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AUDIO INTERFACES
CONTENTS
Contents
Contents
MIXING CONSOLES
CONTENTS
Stock Code
S1
Description
S1 Radio Broadcast Mixer
Page No
3-6
AUDIO INTERFACES
Stock Code
RB-TGHD(B or X)
RB-MTV1
RB-DSD1
RB-DMX4
RB-DD4
Description
Multi-Channel High Definition Tone Generator
Contribution Voiceover Monitor With Talkback
Digital Silence Detection Unit
4 x 4 Channel Digital Audio Mixer/Router
4 Channel Digital Audio Delay
Page No
7
8-9
9-10
11-12
12-13
VIDEO INTERFACES
Stock Code
RB-VHDA8
RB-VHEMA8
RB-VHDMA8
RB-VHCMA4
RB-VHCMD16
Description
3G/HD/SD-SDI 1 Input, 8 Output Video Distribution Amplifier
3G/HD/SD-SDI Embedder 8 Channel Analogue Inputs
3G/HD/SD-SDI De-Embedder 8 Channel Analogue Outputs
3G/HD/SD-SDI Embedder & De-Embedder 4 Channel Analogue I/O
3G/HD/SD-SDI Embedder & De-Embedder 16 Channel Digital I/O
Page No
13
14
14-15
15
16
REFERENCE & CONFIDENCE MONITORS
Stock Code
RM-CA2
RM-CAD8
RM-E1X
RM-E1B
RM-4C8-HDE1
Description
Page No
Confidence Monitor, 2 LED Meters & 2 Analogue Stereo Inputs
17
Confidence Monitor, 2 LED Meters, 2 Analogue & 6 Digital Stereo Inputs
18
Reference Monitor Dolby E Decoder XLR AES Expansion Card
19
Reference Monitor Dolby E Decoder BNC Expansion Card
19
Reference Monitor, 4 LED Meters, With De-Embedder & Dolby Decoder Card
19
REFERENCE MONITOR METERS
Stock Code
RM-M1F53
RM-M1R53
RM-M2F53
RM-M2R53
RM-M4R53
RM-M1F106
RM-M1R106
RM-M2R106
Description
Reference Monitor Meters, 1 Stereo 53 Segment Meter, Free-Standing
Reference Monitor Meters, 1 Stereo 53 Segment Meter, Rack-Mount
Reference Monitor Meters, 2 Stereo 53 Segment Meters, Free-Standing
Reference Monitor Meters, 2 Stereo 53 Segment Meters, Rack-Mount
Reference Monitor Meters, 4 Stereo 53 Segment Meters, Rack-Mount
Reference Monitor Meters, 1 Stereo 106 Segment Meter, Free-Standing
Reference Monitor Meters, 1 Stereo 106 Segment Meter, Rack-Mount
Reference Monitor Meters, 2 Stereo 106 Segment Meters, Rack-Mount
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21
21
22
22
22
23
23
24
MONITOR CONTROLLERS
Stock Code
RM-MC1L
RM-MC4L
RM-MC51L
RM-MCL
Description
Monitor Controller, Single Stereo Input & Output With Light Control
Monitor Controller, 4 Stereo Inputs, 1 Output With Light Control
Monitor Controller, 5.1 Stereo Inputs & Outputs With Light Control
Monitor Light Controller, 3 Button, TX-STANDBY-REH
Page No
25
25
26
26
STUDIO ILLUMINATED SIGNS
Stock Code
SignalLED
Description
Range of RGB LED Signs For Studios
Page No
27-29
OPENGEAR
Stock Code
OG-DDA8B
OG-DDA8U
OG-DDA8BS
OG-DDA8US
2
Description
Page No
openGear 8 Output Balanced Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier, 2 Inputs
30
openGear 8 Output Unbalanced Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier, 2 Inputs
30
openGear 8 Output Balanced Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier, 2 Inputs &
Sample Rate Conversion
31
openGear 8 Output Unbalanced Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier, 2 Inputs &
Sample Rate Conversion
31
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AUDIO INTERFACES
MIXING
CONSOLES
Digital/Analogue
Radio Broadcast Mixer
S1 Radio
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S1 Digital/Analogue Radio Broadcast Mixer
The Sonifex S1 mixer is a high performance
compact, low cost, fixed format mixing
console designed for on-air radio use. It
can be fitted flush into a desk-top or can be
rack-mounted by the addition of optional
rack ears. The rear connectivity panel can
be rotated 90˚ onto the base of the unit
providing easier connection to the unit
when it is rack-mounted. It has an integral
universal switch mode power supply, which
uses an IEC inlet.
It maintains the same front panel ease of use
found on the Sonifex S2 whilst providing
advanced automated features not seen on
any other product currently available on
the market.
The console consists of ten input channels:
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Providing in total 5 mic, 4 mono line, 10
stereo analogue, 2 stereo digital, 1 telco &
1 stereo cleanfeed inputs which you can
switch between.
Wide-Ranging Input Channels
Input source buttons at the top of each
channel strip are used to route the
connected source to the mixer busses.
All of the balanced XLR input connectors
have a 10dB gain switch on the rear panel
for use with unbalanced or low level input
sources. The XLR microphone inputs have
individual +48V phantom power switches
and a gain calibration potentiometer
providing up to 65dB of gain for the
preamp.
Input channels 1 & 2 have 2 separate
XLRs for microphone & balanced line
input sources.
Input channels 3 and 4 use an XLR and a
combination XLR/stereo jack connector
to allow a microphone input and both a
balanced mono or an unbalanced stereo
line input to be used.
Input channel 5 acts as microphone input or
as a telco input with a dedicated cleanfeed
output, with available line hold remote for
connection to a telephone hybrid.
Input channel 6 is a balanced stereo
line input on XLR together with a stereo
cleanfeed input on balanced XLR for use
with ISDN codecs.
Input channels 7 & 8 have stereo balanced X
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MIXINGINTERFACES
CONSOLES
MIXING CONSOLES
S1 Radio Broadcast Mixer
S1 Digital/Analogue Radio Broadcast Mixer, Front View
S1 Digital/Analogue Radio Broadcast Mixer, Rear View
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MIXING
CONSOLES
Radio Broadcast Mixer
S1 Digital/Analogue
Radio Broadcast Mixer
X XLRs and stereo unbalanced phonos on the
rear and channel 7 also has a 3.5mm insert
jack socket on the front panel for use with
an mp3 player/iPod.
Any channel which has the fader up and the
ON button selected is routed to the main
PGM output(s).
Gain for each channel is trimmed by the
front panel TRIM control providing ± 12dB
of gain.
Equalisation is provided on every input
channel, allowing up to 7dB cut and boost
at HF (6.5 kHz) and LF (100Hz). A PAN/
BAL(ance) control is available to facilitate
stereo imaging.
The use of VCAs controlled by the
ALPS long throw 100mm faders give a
smooth, repeatable response and ensures
tight stereo tracking while eliminating
mechanical and electronic noise.
Analogue & Digital Outputs
The S1 has a multitude of output
connectivity: one balanced stereo XLR PGM
output, two balanced stereo AUX outputs
on a 9-way D-type socket, a mono clean
feed output on balanced XLR (for use with a
telephone hybrid), a stereo cleanfeed output
on stereo balanced XLRs (for use with an
ISDN/IP codec) and monitor outputs for
presenter headphones, guest headphones
and loudspeakers. Additional outputs are
provided for talkback on a 9-way D-type
socket and metering using a 15-way D-type
socket.
A digital stereo PGM output is provided in
XLR AES/EBU or phono S/PDIF formats. The
output can be referenced to an internal
clock source between 32 kHz and 96 kHz
or external synchronisation sources can
be connected via S/PDIF, AES/EBU or BNC
wordclock. The illuminated DIGITAL SYNC
LED shows when the digital output is locked
to either an internal or external clock.
Two Auxiliary Busses
The S1 has two Auxiliary busses that can
be configured in either pre-fade or postfade mode. Each channel can be routed
to these busses using the potentiometers
Comprehensive Monitoring
The control room loudspeakers, presenter’s
headphones, and guest headphones are
on 6.35mm stereo jack sockets. Front
panel control knobs are used to vary the
monitor and headphone levels and the
presenter’s headphones can be plugged
in to the front and rear of the mixer. The
control room monitor loudspeaker and
headphone levels are variable between 0
(cut off ) and 10 (max). An illuminated MUTE
LED shows when a live microphone channel
has muted the speakers and there are two
pairs of MUTE contact outputs available to
illuminate a ‘MIC LIVE’ light.
A five way electronically interlocking switch
bank selects the source routed to the
speakers and presenter’s headphones from
either of two external inputs (EXT 1, EXT
2), the PGM, or AUX Outputs. The buttons
illuminate to show the selected source,
PGM, AUX 1 and AUX 2 in green, EXT 1 and
EXT 2 in red. The external inputs can be used
for monitoring an off air signal or another
studio output.
Green illuminated AUTO CUE/PFL buttons
adjacent to each level control allow the
monitoring of PFL when an input channel
has been selected to CUE/PFL, either to the
monitors or headphones.
For the Presenter headphones, SPLIT CUE/
PFL can be selected which places the
selected source in mono in one ear and PFL
in mono in the other.
A pair of bright 21 segment LED meters
can be configured to show either VU or
PPM metering. The meters show either the
PGM output or the selection heard in the
presenter’s headphones, selectable by PGM/
MFM (Meter Follows Monitor) button.
Talkback
A separate TALKBACK button is provided
to allow the Presenter to talk to a Guest.
The S1 uses input channel one as the
talkback source. Global talkback can also
be configured (see the Programmable
GPIO section) to allow every mic channel to
communicate with the Presenter and Guest
headphones.
A separate TALKBACK 9-way D-type socket
on the rear panel can be used to connect
the talkback output and input to and from
other studios.
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Input channels 9 and 10 provide a stereo
analogue XLR input and stereo digital
S/PDIF and TOSLink optical inputs.
provided on each channel strip. Each AUX
output has a trim control knob operating
between fully attenuated and unity gain.
Aux busses can be used for a wide range
of purposes including recording telephone
conversations, generating different mixes
for output, connecting to audio processing
equipment and much more.
Configurable Remotes Per Channel
The remote outputs for each channel are
highly configurable providing every possible
option required to interface your external
equipment to the mixer. Each channel
input has its own START and STOP remote
controls, except the microphone inputs
which have only START outputs. (If you
wanted a MIC stop control signal, you could
configure this using a GPIO). Each remote
can be configured to be triggered from a
variety of sources, including the ON button
and the CUE/PFL Button. The remotes can
be set-up to be either pulsed or continuous
latched outputs, and if in pulsed mode the
ON button has the capability to produce
repeated start pulses on additional ON
button presses, when the channel is ON with
the fader up.
In the case of the Telco & Stereo Cleanfeed
outputs you may want to generate start and
stop remotes independently of the position
of the fader, so that the hybrid or codec can
be triggered to connect before the channel
is opened. This is possible in ‘Telco Mode’
where a ‘start’ is sent when the ON button
is initially pressed & a ‘stop’ is sent when
the ON button is pressed again, turning
the channel selection off. In addition the
channel can be configured to show the state
of the external equipment, e.g. using a tally
back GPI signal from an automation system,
the ON button can flash green when the end
of a song is being reached.
Programmable GPIOs
The S1 also has five General Purpose
Inputs/Outputs (GPIO’s) available. Each
input/output has been designed to be
very versatile & almost any operation with
the mixer can be achieved when utilising
them. A GPI can be configured using the
SCi software to perform up to 10 different
operations from a single input. For example,
in an automated playout situation, you may X
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AUDIO
S1 Radio Broadcast Mixer
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outputs can be configured to be pulsed
or continuous, and active high or low. An
output can be generated based on actions
required. For example, a GPO can be
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potential uses of the programmable GPIOs.
340mm
S1 Sizes
439mm
445mm
10mm
59mm
2mm
Remote Control & Configuration
Using SCi Software
The S1 mixer is highly configurable and
has numerous options allowing the
mixer configuration to be tailored to your
requirements. Using the freely available
Sonifex SCi software, every parameter of the
mixer can be set up with ease.
S1-RCK Optional S1 9U
19” Rack Ears
Audio Specification for S1
Input / Output Impedances
Mic Input:
> 1k5Ω electronically balanced
Mono Line Input: > 20kΩ electronically balanced
Stereo Line Input: > 20kΩ electronically balanced
PGM Output:
< 50Ω electronically balanced
Monitor Outputs: < 75Ω unbalanced
AES Input/Output: 110Ω
S/PDIF Input/
75Ω
Output:
BNC Wordclock
50Ω
Input:
Input / Output Gain Range
Mic Input:
Preset pot +21dB to +64dB ref
-50dBu, TRIM pot ± 12dB
Mono Line
Switch 0dB to +10dB ref 0dBu,
Input:
TRIM pot ± 12dB
Stereo
Switch 0dB to +10dB ref 0dBu,
Line Input:
TRIM pot ± 12dB
Telco Input:
Switch 0dB to +10dB ref 0dBu,
TRIM pot ± 12dB
Stereo Cleanfeed Switch 0dB to +10dB ref 0dBu,
Input:
TRIM pot ± 12dB
Digital Input:
0dBFS = +18dBu on input;
TRIM pot ± 12dB allowing 0dBu
to +24dBu
Digital Output:
0dBFS = +18dBu
Frequency Response
Mic Input:
40Hz to 20kHz –1dB, +0dB
Line Inputs:
20Hz to 20kHz –0.5dB, +0dB
RCA Inputs:
20Hz to 20kHz –0.5dB, +0dB
Noise (20Hz to 20kHz)
Mic Input E.I.N.:
-130dB with 150Ω source.
Stereo Inputs
-92dBu ref 0dB (fader down, no
routing)
-91dBu (fader down, one channel
routed)
-86 dBu (unity gain, one channel
routed)
-83 dBu (unity gain, two channels
routed)
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Total Harmonic
Distortion:
0.015% at 1kHz, 0dBu
0.015% at 10kHz, 0dBu
Crosstalk
Inter-Channel:
< -80dBu typically
Equalisation
LF:
HF:
Shelving at 100Hz ± 7dB
Shelving at 6.5kHz ± 7dB
Range
Pan Range:
Balance Range:
Off/-3dB centre/off
± 6dB
Common Mode Rejection Ratio
Mic Input:
>60dB typically
Digital I/O
Sync Input Sample 32kHz – 96kHz
Rate Range:
Output Sample
32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, & 96kHz
Rates:
(Using Onboard Clock)
Output Sample
24 bit
Width:
Output
Headphone
>45 ohms, recommended 400
Output Load:
Maximum Output +26dBu balanced into 2k or greater
(Analogue):
Rear Panel Switches
Phantom Power: +48V individual per mic input
Gain Switch:
+10dB per XLR balanced mono &
stereo input & EXT 1, EXT 2 inputs
Input & Output Connections
Analogue Inputs: 5 x Microphone XLR 3 pin sockets
2 x Mono line XLR 3 pin sockets
2 x Mono/stereo line combi XLR 3 pin
sockets & 6.35mm stereo jack sockets
1 x Telco XLR 3 pin socket
5 x Stereo line pairs XLR 3 pin sockets
2 x Stere line pairs phono sockets
1 x Stereo cleanfeed pair XLR 3 pin
sockets
Digital Inputs:
1 x Stereo insert, 3.5mm jack socket
2 x S/PDIF phono sockets,
2 x TOSLink optical connectors
Analogue Outputs:
PGM:
2 x XLR 3 pin plug (balanced)
AUX:
9-way ‘D’-type socket (balanced)
TELCO:
XLR 3 pin plug (balanced)
STEREO CLEANFD: 2 x XLR 3 pin plug (balanced)
Monitor Outputs: 6.35mm stereo jack sockets (2 x
Presenter, 1 x Guest, 1 x Monitor)
Digital Outputs: AES/EBU XLR 3 pin plug (balanced) or
S/PDIF phono socket.
Digital Sync Inputs: Wordclock on BNC, AES/EBU on XLR
socket and S/PDIF on phono socket.
EXT Inputs:
9-way ‘D’-type socket
Mono Remotes:
25-way ‘D’-type plug
Stereo Remotes: 25-way ‘D’-type plug
Meterbridge Port: 15-way ‘D’-type socket
Talkback Interface: 9-way ‘D’-type socket
RS232 Serial Port: 9-way ‘D’-type socket
Mains Input:
Filtered IEC, continuously rated
85-264VAC, 47-63Hz, 45w nominal,
50w peak
Fuse Rating:
Anti-surge fuse 2A 20 x 5mm
Equipment Type
S1:
S1 radio broadcast mixer
Physical Specification
Dimensions
44.5cm (W) x 40.0cm (D) x 15.6cm (H)
(Raw):
17.5” (W) x 15.75” (D) x 6.1” (H)
Cut-Out
Dimensions:
44.0cm, 17.3” (W) x 38.1cm, 15” (D)
both dims +0.2cm, -0cm
Accessories
S1-RCK:
Optional S1 9U rack ears.
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Redbox - Tone Generators
RB-TGHD(B or X) Multi-Channel HD Tone Generator
RB-TGHDB Multi-Channel HD Tone Generator
The RB-TGHD is an 8 channel audio tone
generator that provides line identification for
multi-channel audio systems, including 5.1
and 7.1 surround sound typically used in high
definition television broadcasts. By using a
range of widely accepted industry standard
tone sequences such as the EBU R49, GLITS
and BLITS tones, channel identification and
associated levels can be determined easily.
Correct channel configuration in folddown mixes can also be highlighted when
a broadcaster needs to mix several audio
channels into a stereo feed.
The RB-TGHD caters for 2, 4, 6 and 8 channel
configurations and all of the available
audio tone sequences for each channel
configuration can be cycled through
automatically, or selected manually, and
a loop mode allows patterns of tones to
be repeated. A bank of 4 pushbuttons on
the front panel sets these options and the
associated LEDs indicate the current setting.
A set of 8 LEDs on the front panel indicate
which channel is currently outputting audio
with the LEDs numbered as both 1-8 and as L,
R, C, LFE, LS, RS, LR and RR.
connectors. Both types provide 8 balanced
analogue outputs on 3 pin XLR connectors.
A word clock synchronising input on BNC
connector allows the digital outputs to
be synchronised to an external signal.
Optionally, an RB-SYA, RB-SYD or RB-SYE
sync board can be fitted, to synchronise the
unit to either an analogue or digital video
sync signal, or an AES/EBU audio input
respectively. A SYNC LED on the front panel
indicates when the unit is synchronised to
the external signal.
The audio level line-up of the RB-TGHD can
be adjusted from 0dBu to +24dBu in 1dBu
steps (ref FSD) to suit different environments
via the front panel mounted DIPswitches.
Changing the audio line-up does not affect
the gain relationship between each channel,
ensuring that correct levels through the
target system can be maintained. These
switches also provide settings for digital
sample rate which ranges from 32 kHz to
192 kHz, and digital sample width which is
either 16 bit or 24 bit.
The serial port allows the RB-TGHD to be
connected to a PC running SCi, the Sonifex
The RB-TGHD is available in two variations,
Serial Control Interface. This allows full
each providing both analogue and digital
control of the unit and the ability to
audio outputs. The RB-TGHDX offers balanced generate a user defined audio tone
AES/EBU digital audio outputs on 3 pin
sequence. In addition, a remote port on the
XLR connectors and the RB-TGHDB has
rear provides a simple interface to control
unbalanced digital audio outputs on BNC
the unit and has several outputs to indicate
which tone sequence is active.
Audio Specification For RB-TGHD(B & X)
Analogue Output
<50Ω
Impedance:
Digital Output
110Ω balanced
Impedance:
75Ω unbalanced
Dynamic Range:
>100dB
Max Output Level:
+24dBu
Distortion & Noise:
<-85dB THD+N at 1kHz
Crosstalk:
<-110dB (20Hz to 20kHz)
for analogue outputs
Front Panel Controls
Channels:
2, 4, 6 or 8
Sequence Mode:
Auto or Manual
Sequence:
EBU R49 stereo line-up
GLITS stereo line-up
BLITS stereo line-up
EBU R49 channel ID
BLITS channel ID
Phase
User defined (using SCi)
Sequence Loop Mode: On or Off (enables looping of
current sequence)
Digital Sample
32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz
Frequency:
96kHz, 176.4kHz or 192kHz
(via DIPswitches)
Digital Sample Width: 16bit or 24bit (via DIPswitches)
Audio Line-Up:
0dBu to +24dBu in 1dB steps ref
FSD (via DIPswitches)
Channel Identification: LEDs indicating 1-8 and L, R, C,
LFE, LS, RS, LR and RR
Rear Panel Connections
Analogue Outputs:
8 x XLR 3 pin male
(balanced)
Digital Outputs:
4 x AES/EBU XLR 3 pin male
(balanced) or
4 x BNC female (un-balanced)
Digital Input:
Word clock on BNC
Remote I/O Port:
25-way ‘D’-type socket
17 inputs, 7 tally outputs
Serial Comms Port:
9-way ‘D’-type socket
Mains Input:
Filtered IEC, continuously
rated 85-264VAC,
47-63Hz, 60W peak,
30W average
Fuse Rating:
Anti-surge fuse 1A 20 x 5mm
Equipment Type
RB-TGHDB:
RB-TGHDX:
Multi-channel HD tone generator
with BNC digital outputs
Multi-channel HD tone generator
with XLR digital outputs
Physical Specification
Dimensions
48cm (W) x 10.8cm (D) x 4.3cm (H)
(Raw):
19” (W) x 4.3” (D) x 1.7” (H) (1U)
Dimensions
59cm (W) x 27.5cm (D) x 11cm (H)
(Boxed):
23.2 (W) x 10.8” (D) x 4.3” (H)
Weight :
Nett: 1.3kg
Gross: 1.9kg
Nett: 2.9lbs Gross: 4.2lbs
Accessories
RB-SYA:
RB-SYD:
RB-SYE:
RB-RK3:
RB-TGHDX Multi-Channel High Definition Tone Generator
TONE GENERATORS
192
Analogue video sync board
(NTSC, PAL & SECAM)
Digital video sync board
(SD-SDI & HD-SDI)
AES/EBU sync board
1U Rear panel rack kit for large
Redboxes
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AUDIO INTERFACES
Redbox - Talkback & Communications
TALKBACK & COMMUNICATIONS
RB-MTV1 Contribution Voiceover Monitor With Talkback
Audio Specification For RB-MTV1
Input Impedance:
2kΩ nominal balanced MIC input
>20kΩ all other inputs.
Maximum Input Level: -10dBu MIC input
+26dBu TALK, CUE & PGM inputs
Mic Gain Range:
Adjustable +20dB to +80dB
E.I.N.:
130dB
Common Mode
>60dB typically
Rejection:
Low Frequency
125Hz @ 6dB/octave
Roll-Off:
Distortion:
0.01% THD @ 1kHz, ref +8dBu
output
Phantom Power:
48V
Limiter Threshold:
Adjustable +8dBu to +28dBu
Output Impedance:
<50Ω
Maximum Output
+26dBu balanced outputs
Level:
Headphone Output
Drives 150mW into 32Ω to 600Ω
Level:
headphones
Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20KHz ±0.1dB (ref 1KHz)
Rear Panel Connections
Mic Input:
1 x XLR 3 pin female (Balanced)
TALKBACK Input:
1 x XLR 3 pin female (Balanced)
CUE Inputs:
2 x XLR 3 pin female (Balanced)
PGM Inputs:
2 x XLR 3 pin female (Balanced)
Output 1:
1 x XLR 3 pin male (Balanced)
Output 2:
1 x XLR 3 pin male (Balanced)
TALK (LAZY) Output: 1 x XLR 3 pin male (Balanced)
Headphone Outputs: 2 x ¼” (6.35mm) A-gauge 3-pole
stereo jack sockets
Remote I/O Port:
9-way ‘D’-type socket
Mains Input:
Filtered IEC, 110V-120V, or
220-240V switchable, fused, 9W
maximum
Fuse Rating:
Anti-surge fuse 100mA 20 x 5mm
(230VAC)
Anti-surge fuse 250mA 20 x 5mm
(115VAC)
Equipment Type
RB-MTV1:
Physical Specification
Dimensions
(Raw):
Dimensions
(Boxed):
Weight :
Accessories
RB-RK3:
8
Contribution voiceover unit with
talkback
The RB-MTV1 contribution voiceover
monitor is a 1U rack-mount designed to be
used in voice-over booths, news booths,
commentary locations, for continuity
announcements and for any other similar
applications where voice needs to be added
to programme content and then monitored.
Programme feeds, auxiliary feeds and a
talkback feed can be taken and monitored.
The RB-MTV1 has four inputs and two
outputs. It has a mono microphone input
on XLR with switched coarse gain and
variable fine gain control using a multi-turn
preset potentiometer to give an overall
gain range from +20dB to +80dB. There is
also a switched LF rumble filter, switched
+48V phantom power and switched level
limiting control. A rear-panel multi-turn
preset potentiometer allows adjustment of
the threshold at which the limiter begins to
operate, from -8dBu to +26dBu. There is an
indication of the limiter activity using a blue
LED and the microphone level is monitored
by a simple 5 LED meter. The meter can be
configured to either show the MIC signal
activity in normal operation, i.e. when TALK
is pressed the meter is off, or the meters
can permanently show the MIC activity
even when the TALK button is on or the MIC
button is off.
48cm (W) x 10.8cm (D) x 4.3cm (H)
19” (W) x 4.3” (D) x 1.7” (H) (1U)
58.5cm (W) x 22.5cm (D) x 7cm (H)
23” (W) x 8.9” (D) x 2.8” (H)
Nett: 1.3kg Gross: 1.9kg
Nett: 2.9lbs Gross: 4.2lbs
There is a mono balanced TALKBACK input
on XLR. There are two balanced XLR stereo
inputs, CUE and programme (PGM) each
with a 10dB input gain switch to facilitate
the use of unbalanced sources such as from
PC audio cards, domestic CD players, etc.
1U Rear panel rack kit for large
Redboxes
Each of these inputs, MIC, TALKBACK, CUE
and PGM can be mixed and monitored
in the front and rear headphone outputs
with individual volume controls. Which of
the inputs is presented to the headphone
outputs can be configured using two banks
of DIPswitches on the underside of the unit,
one bank for audio that is heard in the left
ear piece and one bank for audio monitored
in the right ear piece. For example, the left
and right PGM inputs can be sent to the
right ear-piece and all other signals to the
left ear-piece, or the TALK signal could be
sent to the right ear-piece and all other
signals to both ear-pieces. In this way, you
can configure the unit for your particular
application on installation. If a presenter
doesn’t like to hear themselves in their
headphones when using the TALK button,
there is also a DIPswitch option to mute the
mic signal to the headphones.
There are two mono balanced outputs. The
processed microphone signal is fed to the
two outputs when the latching front panel
MIC button is active - the button illuminates
when active.
The two main outputs can be
independently switched to be at ‘Line’
or ‘Mic’ level outputs using rear panel
push switches. Setting the output to a
microphone level allows the unit to be
inserted into the microphone channel of
a mixer. There is an option to permanently
enable the MIC button, even when
remotely controlled, for occasions when
you always want the MIC channel left open.
Additionally, there is an option to mix the
CUE input as a mono feed to the outputs
permanently.
The front panel TALK button is a momentary
push switch that routes the processed
microphone signal to the “LAZY” TALK
output, whilst disconnecting it from the
main outputs, allowing the operator to talk
to a colleague. This enables the unit to be
used as a talkback intercom between two or
more studios.
There is a rear panel remotes connector
giving remote control of the two front panel
MIC and TALK buttons and opto-isolated
tallies of their status.
A red LED on the front panel of the unit
indicates when power is present.
X
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AUDIO INTERFACES
Redbox - Talkback & Communications
X
+48V
Mic Gain
Mic
Input
T/B
Input
Mic/
Line
Mic/
Line
Mic Meter
Output 1
Output 2
TALKBACK & COMMUNICATIONS/SYNCHRONISERS, DELAYS & SILENCE DETECTORS
LF +20dB On
Filter Gain Off
Remotes
Lazy
Output
Limit LED
Mic Limit
Headphone
Front
L
Cue
Left
Headphone
Mix
R
+10dB
L
Headphone
Rear
PGM
Right
Headphone
Mix
R
+10dB
RB-MTV1 Block Diagram
Redbox - Synchronisers, Delays & Silence Detectors
RB-DSD1 Digital Silence Detection Unit
main source or auxiliary source and both
sources are monitored for failure, each
having a remote failure alarm. The colour
of the INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 push-buttons
indicate which input is the main (green)
and auxiliary (red) input, with a flashing LED
indicating loss of synchronisation.
192
RB-DSD1 Digital Silence Detection Unit Shown With Optional Sync Input Board
The RB-DSD1 digital silence detection unit
works in a similar way to the Sonifex RB-SD1
analogue silence detection unit, but has
AES/EBU, S/PDIF and TOSlink inputs and
outputs instead of analogue inputs and
output respectively. Designed to switch
from one input to another in the event of
loss of audio, the unit is ideal at transmitter
sites, or after the master output of a studio,
to switch in another audio source, or
simultaneous broadcast, should a master
source fail.
The unit can switch:
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main input.
The RB-DSD1 has 2 x digital stereo audio
inputs, each one selectable via front panel
INPUT1 and INPUT 2 push buttons, from
either AES/EBU balanced XLRs, S/PDIF
unbalanced phonos or TOSlink unbalanced
optical inputs. Sample rate converters on
each input mean that sources of different
sample rates can be used with the output
sample rate being defined independently.
Each input is user-defined as either the
In the event of the main source dropping
below a pre-set level for a pre-determined
amount of time, the unit will automatically
switch through to the auxiliary signal. The
silence detect level is adjustable between
-39dBfs and -84dBfs in 3dBfs steps via front
panel DIPswitches. The silence interval can
be adjusted between 0 seconds and 252
seconds in 2 second steps via another
front panel DIPswitch block. A small cover
panel can be screwed in place to obscure
the DIPswitches to prevent tampering of the
settings.
There are 2 stereo outputs to allow for
distribution of the selected input to
multiple outputs. Each output is available
as simultaneous AES/EBU balanced XLRs,
S/PDIF unbalanced phonos or TOSlink
unbalanced optical outputs. The output
sample rates are selectable via rear panel
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AUDIO INTERFACES
Redbox - Synchronisers, Delays & Silence Detectors
X DIPswitches from one of 32kHz, 44.1kHz,
48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz or
192kHz.
SYNCHRONISERS, DELAYS & SILENCE DETECTORS
The unit has TTL wordclock BNC and AES/
EBU XLR synchronising inputs as standard
and optionally, the RB-SYA and RB-SYD
synchronisation boards can be fitted to
synchronise the unit to analogue or digital
video signals. A front panel DIPswitch
block is used to decide whether the unit
is synchronised to Input1, Input2, the
AES/EBU sync input, the wordclock sync
input or an optional video sync board.
A front panel SYNC button selects the
synchronisation mode of the unit and the
button flashes whenever the unit is not
synchronised to an incoming sync signal.
Selectable sync modes are as follows:
Master Mode
In this mode the digital output sample
rate is simply set by, and locked to, the
internal on-board clock generator. No sync
signal is used or required.
Auto Sync Mode
In this mode the digital output sample
rate follows the selected sync input. When
the sync signal is not present the output
sample rate will be set by, and locked to,
the internal on-board clock generator at
the selected output frequency.
Auto Lock Mode
The digital output sample rate follows the
sync input. If the sync signal is removed
then the output sample rate will be set
by, and locked to, the internal on-board
clock generator at the closest frequency
available to the previous sync input.
Slave Mode
In this mode the digital output sample
rate follows the sync input. When the sync
signal is not present the digital output is
turned off.
The unit can operate in 2 modes automatic or manual, selectable using a
rear panel DIPswitch. In both modes it will
automatically switch over to the auxiliary
source on detecting silence. When the
main signal is again detected it will either
return to the main signal automatically or
manually depending on the mode chosen.
In manual mode, the front panel RESTORE
button is used to return to the main signal.
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The RB-DSD1 has a number of remote
operational features. Remote outputs
provide separate relay contact closures
for failure of the main and auxiliary inputs.
You can also remotely select between
auto and manual mode (with tally output),
action the signal RESTORE, set the silence
detection delay to be 2mins 5 seconds and
define which input is the main input (with
tally output). You can remotely start and
stop another piece of equipment on alarm
failure and there is an option to set the
remote start output as either momentary
or latched.
The unit can be configured to alarm when
either the left or right channel of the main
input source fails, or if the whole stereo
signal fails. Additionally, if one channel of a
stereo signal is lost, you can define whether
to mute the lost channel, or whether to
mix the remaining channel to the lost side,
effectively creating a mono signal. If the
main source synchronisation is lost, you
can define whether the unit switches to the
auxiliary input immediately, or whether to
treat the signal as silence to be detected
and then switched based on the unit’s
silence detection settings.
Front panel LED indicators by the
INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 buttons show
individually left and right programme
and alarm conditions for both the main and
auxiliary inputs.
A powerful feature of the RB-DSD1 is that
by using the Sonifex SCi serial software, the
unit can be programmed for different delay
durations, levels and switching functions so
that you can programme the unit for your
specific application. A front panel DIPswitch
configures the unit to be controlled
serially and a front panel LED indicates
serial operation. Contact Sonifex for
further information if you have a particular
requirement that isn’t catered for by the
RB-DSD1 as standard.
The RB-DSD1 has been designed to have a
passive signal path through the main input,
so if power to the unit fails, signal input
1 is routed to output 1 and signal input
2 is routed to output 2. This is essential
for applications such as installation at
transmitter sites, where a power failure to
the unit should not prevent the audio input
signal from being output to the transmitter.
Audio Specification For RB-DSD1
Audio Specification
Dynamic Range: >138dB
Distortion
<-137dB THD + N at 1kHz, ref 0dB FS
and Noise:
Input & Output 110Ω ±20% AES/EBU balanced I/O
Impedances:
75Ω ±5% S/PDIF unbalanced I/O
75Ω ±5% TOSlink unbalanced I/O
50Ω BNC TTL word clock input
Signal Level:
Balanced: 3V/10V peak to peak min/max
Unbalanced: Min 0.5V±20% peak to peak
Sample
32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96,176.4 or 192kHz
Frequencies:
Bit Depth:
Up to and including 24 bit
Front Panel Operational Controls & Indicators
Digital Input
AES/EBU, S/PDIF or TOSlink optical
Select:
via INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 push-buttons
Sync Input
AES/EBU, wordclock, INPUT 1, INPUT 2 or
Select:
video board, via front panel DIPswitch
Sync Mode
Master, slave, auto or auto lock,
Select:
via SYNC push-button
Alarm
-39dBfs to -84dBfs in 3dBfs steps via
Threshold:
front panel DIPswitches
Silence Detect 0 - 252 seconds in 2 second intervals
Duration:
via front panel DIPswitches
Detection Type: Mono or stereo, via front panel DIPswitch
Restore Control: Manual restore button & mode
indication LED
Indicators:
Program and alarm indicators for left
and right sources for both main and
auxiliary inputs
Rear Panel Operational Controls
Master
32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96,176.4 or 192kHz
Frequency
via rear panel DIPswitches
Select:
Input Select:
Main input from INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 via
DIPswitch
Restore Mode: Automatic or manual, via DIPswitch
Remote Start: Latched or momentary, via DIPswitch
Channel Loss: Mute channel or mix remaining, via
DIPswitch
Sync Loss:
Switch immediately or treat as silence
delay, via DIPswitch
Connections
Digital Inputs:
2 x AES/EBU XLR 3 pin female
2 x S/PDIF RCA phono
2 x TOSLink optical input
Digital Outputs: 2 x AES/EBU XLR 3 pin plug
2 x S/PDIF RCA phono socket
2 x TOSLink optical output
Sync Inputs:
1 x AES/EBU XLR 3 pin female
1 x Word Clock BNC
1 x Video Input (optional)
Remote I/O Port: 15 way D-type plug
Serial Port:
RS232, 9 way D-Type
Mains Input:
Universal filtered IEC,
continuously rated 85-264VAC
@47- 63Hz, max 10W
Fuse Rating:
Anti-surge fuse 2A 20 x 5mm
Equipment Type
RB-DSD1:
Digital silence detection unit
Physical Specifications
Dimensions
48cm (W) x 10.8cm (D*) x 4.2cm (H) (1U)
(Raw):
19” (W) x 4.3” (D*) x 1.7” (H) (1U)
Dimensions
59cm (W) x 27.5cm (D) x 11cm (H)
(Boxed):
23.2” (W) x 10.8 (D) x 4.3” (H)
Weight:
Nett: 1.4kg Gross: 2.0kg
Nett: 3.1lb Gross: 4.4lb
Accessories
RB-SYA:
Analogue video sync board
(NTSC, PAL & SECAM)
RB-SYD:
Digital video sync board (SD-SDI
& HD-SDI)
RB-RK3:
1U Rear panel rack kit for large
Redboxes
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AUDIO INTERFACES
Redbox - Digital Mixer
RB-DMX4 4 x 4 Channel Digital Audio Mixer/Router
RB-DMX4 4 x 4 Channel Digital Audio Mixer/Router
(With RB-SYD Video Sync Board)
The RB-DMX4 is a digital mixer capable of
mixing or routing 4 mono input channels
into 4 mono outputs, or 2 stereo inputs into
2 stereo outputs. The inputs are sample
rate converted to allow sources of different
sample rates to be mixed. The flexible Mix
Matrix allows for a wide variety of mixing
options and creativity, using 4 blocks of 4
way DIPswitches to select which inputs are
mixed or routed to which outputs.
The RB-DMX4 has 4 x digital mono audio
inputs, selectable in pairs via front panel
INPUTS 1 & 2 and INPUTS 3 & 4 push
buttons, from either AES/EBU balanced
XLRs, S/PDIF unbalanced phonos or TOSlink
unbalanced optical inputs. Sample rate
converters on each input mean that sources
of different sample rates can be used with
the output sample rate being defined
independently. The colour of the INPUTS 1
& 2 and INPUTS 3 & 4 push-buttons indicate
whether the input source is synchronised
(no colour) or not (flashing green and red).
Each input has a trim pot, which can be used
to attenuate the input signal. This allows
for a perfect mix of channels at different
audio levels. Audio presence LEDS around
each input button give an indication of
input audio level. There is one LED for each
channel. There are also 4 presence LEDS
around the MONITOR button which give an
indication of output level. Additional gain
can be added by accessing the OUTPUT
GAIN mode.
There are 2 stereo outputs which are
available as simultaneous AES/EBU balanced
XLRs, S/PDIF unbalanced phonos or TOSlink
unbalanced optical outputs. The output
sample rates are selectable via rear panel
DIPswitches from one of 32kHz, 44.1kHz,
48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz or 192kHz.
The unit has TTL wordclock BNC and AES/
EBU XLR synchronising inputs as standard
and optionally, the RB-SYA and RB-SYD
synchronisation boards can be fitted to
synchronise the unit to analogue or digital
video signals. A rear panel DIPswitch
block is used to decide whether the unit
is synchronised to Input 1 & 2, Input 3 &
4, the AES/EBU sync input, the wordclock
sync input or an optional video sync
board. The DIPswitch block also selects the
synchronisation mode of the unit and the
MONITOR button flashes whenever the unit
is not synchronised to an incoming sync
signal. Selectable sync modes are as follows:
Master Mode
In this mode the digital output sample rate
is simply set by, and locked to, the internal
on-board clock generator. No sync signal is
used or required.
Auto Sync Mode
In this mode the digital output sample rate
follows the selected sync input. When the
sync signal is not present the output sample
rate will be set by, and locked to, the internal
on-board clock generator at the selected
output frequency.
Auto Lock Mode
The digital output sample rate follows the
sync input. If the sync signal is removed
then the output sample rate will be set by,
and locked to, the internal on-board clock
generator at the closest frequency available
X
to the previous sync input.
DIGITAL MIXER
192
Technical Specification For RB-DMX4
Audio Specification
Dynamic Range: >138dB
Distortion
<-137dB THD + N at 1kHz, ref 0dB FS
and Noise:
Input & Output 110Ω ±20% AES/EBU balanced I/O
Impedances:
75Ω ±5% S/PDIF unbalanced I/O
75Ω ±5% TOSlink unbalanced I/O
50Ω BNC TTL word clock input
Signal Level:
Balanced: 3V/10V peak to peak
min/max
Unbalanced: Min 0.5V±20% peak
to peak
Sample
32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96,176.4 or 192kHz
Frequencies:
Bit Depth:
Up to and including 24 bit
Front Panel Operational Controls & Indicators
Digital
AES/EBU, S/PDIF or TOSlink optical
Input Select:
via INPUT 1 & 2 or INPUT 3 & 4
push-buttons
Mix Control:
Output mix selection system via
front panel DIPswitches
Input Gain:
Input gain control for four INPUT
channels via potentiometers, from
muted (-∞) to unity gain
Output Gain:
Adjustable via front panel push switch to
0dB, 3dB, 6dB or 12dB
Monitor
Headphone monitor channel select
Select Control: and output gain via push button
Indicators:
Input and output presence indicators
via bicolour LEDS around each
push button
Rear Panel Operational Controls
Master Select: 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96,176.4 or 192kHz
Frequency via rear panel DIPswitches
Sync Source
INPUTS 1&2, INPUTS 3&4, AES Sync,
Select:
Word Clock, Video Sync via rear
panel DIPswitches
Sync Mode
Master, Auto Sync, Auto Lock, Slave via
Select:
rear panel DIPswitches
Stereo Features: Stereo gain control and monitor
outputs via rear panel DIPswitches
Monitor
12dB Monitor attenuation via rear
Attenuation:
panel DIPswitches
Serial Mode:
Enter serial control mode via rear panel
DIPswitches
Boot Mode:
Boot up base code or firmware via
rear panel DIPswitches
Connections
Digital Inputs:
2 x AES/EBU XLR 3 pin female
2 x S/PDIF RCA phono
2 x TOSLink optical input
Digital Outputs: 2 x AES/EBU XLR 3 pin plug
2 x S/PDIF RCA phono socket
2 x TOSLink optical output
Sync Inputs:
1 x AES/EBU XLR 3 pin female
1 x Word Clock BNC
1 x Video Input (optional)
Remote I/O Port: 15 way D-type plug
Serial Port:
RS232, 9 pin D-type socket
Mains Input:
Universal filtered IEC, continuously
rated 85-264VAC@47- 63Hz, max 10W
Fuse Rating:
Anti-surge fuse 2A 20 x 5mm
Equipment Type
RB-DMX4:
4 x 4 channel digital audio mixer/router
Physical Specifications
Dimensions
48cm (W) x 10.8cm (D*) x 4.2cm (H) (1U)
(Raw):
19” (W) x 4.3” (D*) x 1.7” (H) (1U)
Dimensions
59cm (W) x 27.5cm (D) x 11cm (H)
(Boxed):
23.2” (W) x 10.8” (D) x 4.3” (H)
Weight:
Nett: 1.4kg Gross: 2.0kg
Nett: 3.1lb Gross: 4.4lb
Accessories
RB-SYA:
Analogue video sync board
(NTSC, PAL & SECAM)
RB-SYD:
Digital video sync board (SD-SDI
& HD-SDI)
RB-RK3:
1U Rear panel rack kit for large
Redboxes
* Note that this product is deeper than standard Redboxes
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AUDIO INTERFACES
Redbox - Digital Mixer
X Slave Mode
In this mode the digital output sample
rate follows the sync input. When the sync
signal is not present the digital output is
turned off.
DIGITAL MIXER & DIGITAL DELAY
There is a monitor socket on the front
panel with a gain pot to allow you to
monitor the output of each channel. The
monitored channel can be selected via
a push button on the front panel which,
when held, can also supply up to 12dB of
gain. If the level that is being monitored
is close to full scale, a 12dB attenuation
can be added to the monitor output via a
DIPswitch on the rear panel.
The unit can be placed in mono or stereo
mode via rear panel DIPswitch. Stereo mode
allows you to monitor the two input pairs
as stereo channels as well as controlling the
input gain as a pair, giving tied audio levels.
The RB-DMX4 has been designed to have a
passive signal path through the main input,
so if power to the unit fails, signal inputs 1
& 2 are routed to outputs 1 & 2 and signal
inputs 3 & 4 are routed to outputs 3 & 4.
This is essential for applications such as
installation at transmitter sites, where a
power failure to the unit should not prevent
the audio input signal from being output to
the transmitter. Please note that this is not
true for the TOSLink outputs which
are muted.
The RB-DMX4 can be controlled using
Sonifex free software, SCi. Contact Sonifex
for further information if you have a
particular requirement that isn’t catered for
by the RB-DMX4 as standard.
Redbox - Digital Delay
RB-DD4 4 Channel Digital Audio Delay
The RB-DD4 4 channel digital audio delay
allows you to delay 4 mono channels of
audio independently or together. Each
channel delay is user selectable from
multiples of common video frame rates, or a
user defined value set via the serial interface.
The unit is perfect for synchronizing audio
to video which has been delayed by
processing latency.
Using a front panel button, you can select
which channel needs to be delayed. There is
also an ‘ALL’ option which allows the selected
delay to be applied to all channels. Then
using another front panel button you can
select the length of one frame of delay and
the multiple of frames to delay by.
The connectivity is incredibly flexible,
allowing three different types of connection
to each input and output including AES/EBU,
S/PDIF and TOSLink. All three different types
of output can be used simultaneously. There
is a monitor socket on the front panel which
allows you to listen to each mono channel,
by front panel selection. Pairs of channels
can be monitored (1 & 2 or 3 & 4) using a rear
panel stereo option. There is also an option
to attenuate the monitor by 12dB selectable
by rear panel DIPswitch. Audio presence is
detected and displayed for each channel
around the INPUTS 1 & 2 and INPUTS 3 & 4
buttons.
The flexibility continues with many audio
synchronization options. The digital audio
output can be synchronized to either input,
an additional AES/EBU reference input, a
TTL wordclock BNC input or an analogue/
SDI video feed if used with an additional
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RB-SYA or RB-SYD board. Also the output
can be synchronized to an on-board master
clock, with a selectable frame rate. There
are warning indicators on the front panel
for loss of lock on both inputs and for the
selected external synchronization. Selectable
synchronization modes are as follows:
Master Mode
In this mode the digital output sample rate is
simply set by, and locked to, the internal onboard clock generator. No sync signal is used
or required.
Auto Sync Mode
In this mode the digital output sample rate
follows the selected sync input. When the
sync signal is not present the output sample
rate will be set by, and locked to, the internal
on-board clock generator at the selected
output frequency.
Auto Lock Mode
The digital output sample rate follows the
sync input. If the sync signal is removed
then the output sample rate will be set by,
and locked to, the internal on-board clock
generator at the closest frequency available
to the previous sync input.
Slave Mode
In this mode the digital output sample
rate follows the sync input. When the sync
signal is not present the digital output is
turned off.
A powerful feature of the RB-DD4 is that by
using the Sonifex SCi serial software, the
unit can be programmed for different delay
durations, levels and switching functions
so that you can program the unit for your
specific application. A rear panel DIPswitch
configures the unit to be controlled serially.
Contact Sonifex for further information if
you have a particular requirement that isn’t
catered for by the RB-DD4 as standard.
The RB-DD4 has been designed to have a
passive signal path through the main input,
so if power to the unit fails, signal inputs 1
& 2 are routed to outputs 1 & 2 and signal
inputs 3 & 4 are routed to outputs 3 & 4.
This is essential for applications such as
installation at transmitter sites, where a
power failure to the unit should not prevent
the audio input signal from being output
to the transmitter. Please note that this
is not true for the TOSLink outputs which
are muted.
X
192
RB-DD4 4 Channel Digital Audio Delay
(With RB-SYD Video Sync Board)
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AUDIO INTERFACES
VIDEO
INTERFACES
Redbox - Digital Audio Converters
X
Front Panel Operational Controls & Indicators
Digital Input
AES/EBU, S/PDIF or TOSlink optical
Select:
via INPUTS 1 & 2 or INPUTS 3 & 4
push-buttons
Delay Control: Delay time selection system via front
panel push button
Monitor
Headphone monitor channel select
Select Control:
Indicators:
Input presence indicators via
bicolour LEDS around each push button
Rear Panel Operational Controls
Master Select: 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96,176.4 or 192kHz
Frequency via rear panel DIPswitches
Sync Source
INPUTS 1&2, INPUTS 3&4, AES Sync,
Select:
Word Clock, Video Sync via rear
panel DIPswitches
Sync Mode
Master, Auto Sync, Auto Lock, Slave via
Select:
rear panel DIPswitches
Stereo Features: Stereo monitor outputs
via rear panel DIPswitches
Monitor
12dB monitor attenuation via rear
Attenuation:
panel DIPswitches
Serial Mode:
Enter serial control mode via rear panel
DIPswitches
Boot Mode:
Boot up base code or firmware via rear
panel DIPswitches
Connections
Digital Inputs:
Digital Outputs: 2 x AES/EBU XLR 3 pin plug
2 x S/PDIF RCA phono socket
2 x TOSLink optical output
Sync Inputs:
1 x AES/EBU XLR 3 pin female
1 x Word Clock BNC
1 x Video Input (optional)
Remote I/O Port: 15 way D-type plug
Serial Port:
RS232, 9 pin D-type socket
Mains Input:
Universal filtered IEC, continuously
rated 85-264VAC@47- 63Hz, max 10W
Fuse Rating:
Anti-surge fuse 2A 20 x 5mm
Equipment Type
RB-DD4:
4 channel digital audio delay
Physical Specifications
Dimensions
48cm (W) x 10.8cm (D*) x 4.2cm (H) (1U)
(Raw):
19” (W) x 4.3” (D*) x 1.7” (H) (1U)
Dimensions
59cm (W) x 27.5cm (D) x 11cm (H)
(Boxed):
23.2” (W) x 10.8” (D) x 4.3” (H)
Weight:
Nett: 1.4kg Gross: 2.0kg
Nett: 3.1lb Gross: 4.4lb
Accessories
RB-SYA:
RB-SYD:
RB-RK3:
2 x AES/EBU XLR 3 pin female
2 x S/PDIF RCA phono
2 x TOSLink optical input
DIGITAL DELAY & VIDEO DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIERS
Specification For RB-DD4
Audio Specification
Dynamic Range: >138dB
Distortion
<-137dB THD + N at 1kHz, ref 0dB FS
and Noise:
Input &
110Ω ±20% AES/EBU balanced I/O
Output
75Ω ±5% S/PDIF unbalanced I/O
Impedances:
75Ω ±5% TOSlink unbalanced I/O
50Ω BNC TTL word clock input
Signal Level:
Balanced: 3V/10V peak to peak
min max
Unbalanced: Min 0.5V±20% peak
to peak
Sample Freqs: 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96,176.4 or 192kHz
Bit Depth:
Up to and including 24 bit
Max Delay:
8 secs per mono channel at 32kHz
1.33 secs per mono channel at 192kHz
Frame Rates
23.98fps, 24fps, 25fps, 29.97fps, 30fps,
(Front Panel):
50fps, 59.94fps, 60fps
Frame Rates
525/29.97, 625/25, 720/60p,
(SCi Software): 720/59.94p, 720/50p, 720/30p,
720/29.97p, 720/25p, 720/24p,
720/23.98p, 1035/60i, 1035/59.94i,
1080/60i, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i,
1080/30p, 1080/29.97p, 1080/25p,
1080/24p, 1080/23.98p, 1080/30pSF,
1080/29.97pSF, 1080/25pSF,
1080/24pSF, 1080/23.98pSF, 1080/60p,
1080/59.94p, 1080/50p
Delay Settable: 1 to 19 frames (front panel controls)
Frames, lines, fields, milliseconds and
samples up to total delay time (SCi
software)
Analogue video sync board
(NTSC, PAL & SECAM)
Digital video sync board
(SD-SDI & HD-SDI)
1U Rear panel rack kit for large
Redboxes
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Redboxes
Redbox - Video Distribution Amplifiers
RB-VHDA8 3G/HD/SD-SDI 1 Input, 8 Output Video Distribution Amplifier
The RB-VHDA8 is a high performance, reliable
eight way digital video distribution amplifier
for re-clocking and distributing a 3G, HD
(high definition) or SD (standard definition)
SDI source to eight outputs. The unit provides
automatic input detection, re-clocking and
cable equalisation of the input signal to
100/350 meters (HD/SD) of coax cable.
The full range of 3G, SD and HD standards are
supported by the unit allowing PAL and
NTSC signals up to 1080p 60Hz to be
distributed.
Each output is individually buffered
providing separately driven outputs for
greater reliability.
As well as an AC power input, the unit also has
a 12V DC input for use, for example, in outside
broadcast vehicles. Both power inputs can be
used to give a dual redundant power supply;
whichever voltage is higher will be used.
Specification For RB-VHDA8
Compatible
SMPTE-424M (3G)
Standards:
SMPTE-292M (HD-SDI)
SMPTE-259M-AC1 (SD-SDI)
SMPTE 344M1
DVB-ASI2 at 270Mb/s
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Other rates will be passed without reclocking.
Non inverted outputs only.
Impedance:
75Ω terminating
Equalisation:
Up to 100m of Belden 1694A
at 1.485Gbps
Up to 350m of Belden 1694A
at 270 Mbps
Data Rates:
Fully supported: 143, 270, 1483.5,
1485, 2967 & 2970Mbps
Passed but not reclocked: 177, 360 &
540Mbps
Reclocking &
Automatic
Equalisation:
Resolution:
Automatic
Return Loss:
>15dB at 1500MHz
Output Jitter:
<0.2UI
Signal Level:
800mV ±10%
2
Front Panel Indicators
Power LED:
Amber indicates power is present,
Red indicates detection of valid
incoming SDI signal
Rear Panel Connections
HD/SD-SDI Video 1 x BNC (Unbalanced)
Input:
HD/SD-SDI Video 8 x BNC (Unbalanced)
Outputs:
Power Supply:
AC:
Filtered IEC, continuously rated
85-264VAC, 47-63Hz, fused, max 10W
Fuse Rating:
Anti-surge fuse 2A 20 x 5mm
DC:
12V 300mA max, DC supply, 2.5mm
socket fused
Equipment Type
RB-VHDA8:
3G/HD/SD-SDI 1 input, 8 output video
distribution amplifier
Physical Specification
Dimensions
48cm (W) x 10.8cm (D) x 4.3cm (H)
(Raw):
19” (W) x 4.3” (D) x 1.7” (H) (1U)
Dimensions
58.5cm (W) x 22.5cm (D) x 7cm (H)
(Boxed):
23” (W) x 8.9” (D) x 2.8” (H)
Weight :
Nett: 1.3kg Gross: 1.9kg
Nett: 2.9lbs Gross: 4.2lbs
Accessories
RB-RK3:
1U Rear panel rack kit for large
Redboxes
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VIDEO INTERFACES
Redbox - Embedders & De-Embedders
3G, HD & SD-SDI
RB-VHEMA8 3G/HD/SD-SDI Embedder, 8 Channel Analogue Inputs
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Common Specifications
SDI Specification
SDI Input:
1 x BNC, 3G/HD/SD-SDI
SDI Outputs:
2 x BNC, 3G/HD/SD-SDI, Re-clocked
Impedance:
75Ω
Output
<0.2UI (3G <0.3UI)
Alignment Jitter:
Output Level: 800mV +/- 10%
Return Loss:
<15dB at 1500MHz
SDI Supported 270Mbps, SMPTE-259M-C (SD)
Standards:
1.485 or 1.4835Gbps, SMPTE-292M (HD)
2.97 or 2.967Gbps, SMPTE-424M (3G)
Supported
525/59.94 (SMPTE-125M)
Video Formats: 625/50 (ITU-R BT.656)
720p/23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50,
59.94, 60 (SMPTE-296M)
1035i/59.94, 60 (SMPTE-260M)
1080i/50, 59.94, 60 (SMPTE-274M)
1080p/23.98, 24, 25, 50, 59.94, 60
(SMPTE-274M)
1080pSF/23.98, 24, 25,
29.97, 30 (RP-211) 1080i/50
(SMPTE-295M)1080p/50 (SMPTE-295M)
Embedded
48kHz, synchronous
Audio:
SMPTE-272M-ABC
SMPTE-299M
Serial Port:
RS232, 9 way D-type
Ethernet Port: 10/100Mbps
Fuse Rating:
Anti-surge fuse 1A 20 x 5mm
Physical Specifications
Dimensions
48cm (W) x 10.8cm (D*) x 4.2cm (H) (1U)
(Raw):
19” (W) x 4.3” (D*) x 1.7” (H) (1U)
Dimensions
59cm (W) x 27.5cm (D) x 11cm (H)
(Boxed):
23.2” (W) x 10.8” (D) x 4.3” (H)
Weight:
Nett: 1.8kg Gross: 2.3kg
Nett: 4.0lb Gross: 5.1lb
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The RB-VHEMA8 is an 8-channel analogue
embedder.
The unit can selectively embed up to 8
analogue channels onto either of the two
output video streams which are re-clocked
and sent to the SDI outputs. It also has
the capability to allow audio groups to be
deleted or passed through untouched on
each of the two video streams.
The embedding channel routing is
controlled via the front panel buttons and
indicators. There is also LED indication for
SDI input status and audio group presence.
The unit can be remote controlled via
ethernet or serial port connections using the
Sonifex SCi software.
It has a triple rate SDI receiver with
automatic input rate detection and
equalisation along with two re-clocked
and individually buffered SDI outputs. It
supports the full range of 3G, SD and HD
standards from NTSC and PAL up to
1080p 60Hz.
The analogue inputs full-scale gain settings
can be set via jumpers situated inside
the unit. Allowable settings are +12dBu,
+18dBu and +24dBu for FSD. The balanced
and unbalanced input connections are
paralleled, allowing one type to be used
per input.
Audio Specification For RB-VHEMA8
Front Panel Controls & Indicators
Embed Bank Select:
Bank 1 or 2
Bank Channel Select: Channels 1, 2, 3 or 4
Group Select:
Groups 1, 2, 3 or 4
Group Channel Select: Group channels 1,2,3 or 4
Status:
1 x SDI input status LED
2 x SDI output LEDs
4 x Audio group status LEDs
Audio Specifications
Maximum Input Level: +27dBu (balanced)
Input Impedance:
>10kΩ bridging (balanced)
Input Levels:
+12dBu, +18dBu or +24dBu for
FSD (jumper selectable)
Signal to Noise:
Better than -113dBFS (RMS
A-weighted at 24-bit, balanced)
Distortion and Noise: Better than -100dB THD+N at
1kHz (balanced)
Connections
Analogue Audio
8 input channels via BNC
Inputs:
(unbalanced) or D-type socket
(balanced)
Analogue Audio
8 x BNC
Connectors:
2 x 25-way D-type
Power Supply:
Universal filtered IEC,
continuously rated 85-264VAC
@47-63Hz, fused, max 18W
Equipment Type
RB-VHEMA8
3G/HD/SD-SDI embedder,
8 channel analogue inputs
RB-VHDMA8 3G/HD/SD-SDI De-Embedder,
8 Channel Analogue Outputs
The RB-VHDMA8 is an 8-channel analogue
de-embedder.
The unit can selectively de-embed up
to 8 channels within any 2 audio groups
contained within the video stream, to any
of the analogue outputs. After which, the
video becomes two independent streams,
where the audio groups can be selectively
deleted or passed through and then
re-clocked and sent to the SDI outputs.
The de-embedding channel routing is
controlled via the front panel buttons and
indicators. There is also LED indication for
SDI input status and audio group presence.
The unit can be remote controlled via
ethernet or serial port connections using the
Sonifex SCi software.
It has a triple rate SDI receiver with
automatic input rate detection and
equalisation along with two re-clocked and X
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AUDIO INTERFACES
VIDEO
INTERFACES
Redbox - Embedders & De-Embedders
X individually buffered SDI outputs. It supports
the full range of 3G, HD and SD standards
from NTSC and PAL up to 1080p 60Hz.
The analogue outputs full-scale gain settings
can be set via jumpers inside the unit.
Allowable settings are +12dBu, +18dBu
and +24dBu reference FSD. The balanced
and unbalanced output connections are
paralleled, allowing one type to be used
per output.
Equipment Type
RB-VHDMA8
EMBEDDERS & DE-EMBEDDERS
Audio Specification For RB-VHDMA8
Front Panel Controls & Indicators
De-embed Bank Select: Bank 1 or 2
Bank Channel Select: Channels 1,2,3 or 4
Group Select:
Groups 1,2,3 or 4
Group Channel Select: Group channels 1,2,3 or 4
Status:
1 x SDI input status LED
2 x SDI output LEDs
4 x Audio group status LEDs
Audio Specifications
Max Output Level:
+24dBu (balanced)
Output Impedance:
<50Ω (balanced)
Gain Range:
12dBu, 18dBu or 24dBu ref FSD
(jumper selectable)
Signal to Noise:
Better than -106dB (RMS
A-weighted at 24-bit, balanced)
Distortion and Noise: Better than -85dB THD+N at
1kHz (balanced)
Connections
Analogue Audio
8 output channels via BNC
Outputs:
(unbalanced) or D-type socket
(balanced)
Analogue Audio
8 x BNC
Connectors:
2 x 25-way D-type
Power Supply:
Universal filtered IEC,
continuously rated 85-264VAC
@47-63Hz, fused, max 14W
3G/HD/SD-SDI De-embedder, 8
channel analogue outputs
RB-VHCMA4 3G/HD/SD-SDI Embedder & De-Embedder 4 Channel Analogue I/O
Audio Specification For RB-VHCMA4
Front Panel Controls & Indicators
Bank Select:
De-embed bank or embed bank
Bank Channel Channels 1,2,3 or 4
Select:
Group Select:
Groups 1,2,3 or 4
Group Channel Group channels 1,2,3 or 4
Select:
Status:
1 x SDI input status LED
2 x SDI output LEDs
4 x Audio group status LEDs
Audio Specifications
Analogue Inputs
Maximum Input +27dBu (balanced)
Level:
Input
>10kΩ bridging (balanced)
Impedance:
Input Levels:
+12dBu, +18dBu or +24dBu for FSD
(jumper selectable)
Signal to Noise: Better than -113dBFS (RMS A-weighted
at 24-bit, balanced)
Distortion and Better than -100dB THD+N at 1kHz
Impedance:
(balanced)
Analogue Outputs
Max Output
+24dBu (balanced)
Level:
Output
<50Ω (balanced)
Impedance:
Gain Range:
12dBu, 18dBu or 24dBu ref FSD
(jumper selectable)
Signal to Noise: Better than -106dB (RMS A-weighted
at 24-bit, balanced)
Distortion and Better than -85dB THD+N at 1kHz
Noise:
(balanced)
Connections
Analogue
Audio Inputs:
Analogue
Audio Outputs:
Analogue
Audio
Connectors:
Power Supply:
The RB-VHCMA4 is a 4-channel analogue
de-embedder and a 4-channel analogue
embedder combined into a single
19-inch rack unit.
The unit selectively de-embeds up to
4 channels within any audio group
contained within the video stream to any
of the analogue outputs. After which,
the video becomes two independent
streams, where the audio groups can be
selectively deleted or passed through.
The unit then embeds any of the 4
analogue input channels to available
groups within each of the two video
streams, which are then re-clocked and
sent to the SDI outputs.
The de-embedding and embedding
channel routing is controlled via the
front panel buttons and indicators. There
is also LED indication for SDI input status
and audio group presence.
The unit can be remote controlled via
ethernet or serial port connections using the
Sonifex SCi software.
It has a triple rate SDI receiver with automatic
input rate detection and equalisation along
with two re-clocked and individually buffered
SDI outputs. It supports the full range of 3G,
SD and HD standards from NTSC and PAL up
to 1080p 60Hz.
The analogue outputs full-scale gain settings
can be set via jumpers situated inside the
unit. Allowable settings are +12dBu, +18dBu
and +24dBu reference FSD
Similarly, the analogue inputs full-scale gain
settings can be set via jumpers inside the
unit. Allowable settings are +12dBu, +18dBu
and +24dBu for FSD.
The balanced and unbalanced connections
are paralleled, allowing one type to be used
per input or output.
4 input channels via BNC (unbalanced)
or D-type (balanced)
4 output channels via BNC (unbalanced
or D-type (balanced)
8 x BNC
2 x 25-way D-type socket
Universal filtered IEC,
continuously rated 85-264VAC
@47-63Hz, fused, max 16W
Equipment Type
RB-VHCMA4
3G/HD/SD-SDI embedder & deembedder, 4 channel analogue I/O
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VIDEO INTERFACES
Redbox - Embedders & De-Embedders
RB-VHCMD16 3G/HD/SD-SDI Embedder & De-Embedder 16 Channel Digital I/O
EMBEDDERS & DE-EMBEDDERS
The RB-VHCMD16 is a 16-channel
de-embedder and 16 channel embedder
combined into a single 19-inch rack unit.
The unit selectively de-embeds any
channel within any audio group
contained within the video stream to any
of the digital outputs. After which, the
video becomes two independent streams,
where the audio groups can be selectively
deleted or passed through. The unit then
embeds any of the digital input channels
to available groups within each of the two
video streams, which are then re-clocked
and sent to the SDI outputs.
Each digital input is normally sample rate
converted to 48kHz before embedding, so
that it is synchronous to the video input.
Though sample rate conversion can be
bypassed on a per bank basis allowing
SMPTE-337M data to be embedded.
All digital outputs are output at 48kHz,
The de-embedding and embedding
channel routing is controlled via the front
panel buttons and indicators. There is also
LED indication for SDI input status and
audio group presence.
Audio Specification For RB-VHCMD16
Front Panel Controls & Indicators
Bank Select:
Bank 1, 2, 3 or 4
Bank Channel Select: Channels 1,2,3 or 4
Function Select:
De-embed or embed
Group Select:
Groups 1,2,3 or 4
Group Channel Select: Group channels 1,2,3 or 4
Status:
1 x SDI input status LED
2 x SDI output LEDs
4 x Audio group status LEDs
The unit can be remote controlled via
ethernet or serial port connections using
the Sonifex SCi software.
It has a triple rate SDI receiver with
automatic input rate detection and
equalisation along with two re-clocked
and individually buffered SDI outputs.
It supports the full range of 3G, HD and
SD standards from NTSC and PAL up to
1080p 60Hz.
SDI
Input
SDI
Receiver
Audio Specifications
Output Sample Rate: 48kHz
Input Sample Rates:
32-192kHz, sample rate
converted to 48kHz
Input & Output
110Ω or 75Ω (jumper selectable)
Impedance:
Signal Level
Balanced: 3Vp-p +/- 20%
(un-terminated):
Unbalanced: 1Vp-p +/- 20%
Audio
Group
Detect
Audio
Pass /
Delete
Audio
Embedder
Audio
De-embedder
Audio
Pass /
Delete
Audio
Embedder
synchronous to the video input. The digital
inputs and outputs can be selected as
AES or S/PDIF via jumpers situated inside
the unit. The balanced AES/EBU and
unbalanced S/PDIF I/O connections are
paralleled, allowing one type to be used per
input or output.
Dynamic Range:
Distortion and Noise:
Connections
Digital Audio Outputs: 16 outputs via 8 BNCs (S/PDIF)
or D-type (AES/EBU)
Digital Audio Inputs: 16 inputs via 8 BNCs (S/PDIF) or
D-type (AES/EBU)
Digital Audio
16 x BNC
Connectors:
2 x 25-way D-type socket
Power Supply:
Universal filtered IEC,
continuously rated 85-264VAC
@47-63Hz, fused, max 13W
Equipment Type
RB-VHCMD16
Balanced
CD
SDI
Output 2
SDI
Transmitter
CD
RB-VHCMD16
RB-VHCMD16
Digital
Audio
Transmitter
Digital Audio
Receivers
& SRC
Channel
Routing
Unbalanced
3G/HD/SD-SDI embedder & deembedder 16 channel digital I/O
SDI
Output 1
SDI
Transmitter
EQ
Analogue/
Digital
Outputs
138dB
<-137dB THD+N at 997Hz,
ref 0dBFS
Balanced
Channel
Routing
DACs
ADCs
RB-VHCMA4
RB-VHDMA8
RB-VHCMA4
RB-VHEMA8
RB-VHCMD16, RB-VHCMA4, RB-VHDMA8
Analogue/
Digital
Inputs
Unbalanced
RB-VHCMD16, RB-VHCMA4, RB-VHEMA8
Redbox Embedders & De-Embedders System Block Diagram
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REFERENCE
AUDIO INTERFACES
MONITORS
Confidence Monitors
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RM-CA2 Confidence Monitor, 2 LED Meters & 2 Analogue Stereo Inputs
The RM-CA2 is a 1U rack-mount unit
offering quality loudspeaker monitoring
and 2 channel metering of two stereo
analogue audio sources. Input 1 has stereo
balanced Neutrik™ XLRs and Input 2 has
both stereo balanced Neutrik™ XLRs and
stereo unbalanced RCA phono connectors.
The balanced analogue inputs can be wired
unbalanced if required.
Sources are selected via a front panel
push-button switch, with clear LED
indication of the current source.
A rear panel DIPswitch setting allows the
unit to monitor either:
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control knobs acting as stereo volume
and balance control, to alter the stereo
imaging of the left and right channels, or
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panel control knobs acting as left and
right volume controls.
There is a front panel headphone socket
which responds to the volume controls
and the headphone socket automatically
mutes the internal loudspeakers when a
plug is inserted.
A pair of line-level analogue audio outputs
follow the selected source at the selected
level, or optionally at 10dB lower (if using
the unbalanced input), set via rear-panel
DIPswitch.
The level of the chosen source is shown on
an 8 segment LED bar-graph display with
PPM and VU scales indicated. The bar-graph
can optionally be lowered by 10dB (if using
the unbalanced input), set via rear-panel
DIPswitch.
A single phase meter LED indicates channel
correlation or phase error conditions.
The three-way loudspeaker system is fed via
a DSP-based active crossover and a trio of
highly efficient Class-D amplifiers. Careful
attention to driver selection, materials and
case design, plus active DSP equalisation,
has ensured a flat response and outstanding
reproduction from such a shallow unit. A
protective limiter prevents damage to the
loudspeakers under overload conditions
The RM-CA2 operates from global mains
voltages (85-264V AC, 47-63Hz) without
adjustment and can optionally be ordered
with a DC 9V to 36V input instead of the
AC input.
CONFIDENCE MONITORS
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Confidence Monitors
CONFIDENCE MONITORS
RM-CAD8 Confidence Monitor, 2 LED Meters, 2 Analogue & 6 Digital Stereo Inputs
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The source select button
illuminates to indicate
synchronisation lock to the
incoming digital source.
The RM-CAD8 has all the features of the
RM-CA2 together with the ability to select
from an additional 6 stereo digital inputs.
As well as the 2 stereo analogue inputs
there are also:
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The source select button illuminates
to indicate synchronisation lock to the
incoming digital source.
Sample rate converters on the digital
inputs allow sources of different sample
rates to be connected and monitored,
between 32kHz and 96kHz.
All other features of the unit are
identical to the RM-CA2.
Technical Specification For RM-CA2 & RM-CAD8
Inputs
Audio Inputs
(RM-CA2):
Audio Inputs
(RM-CAD8):
Noise:
2 x stereo analogue (1 x XLR balanced,
1 x XLR balanced or RCA phono unbal)
2 x stereo analogue (1 x XLR balanced,
1 x XLR balanced or RCA phono unbal)
4 x stereo XLR balanced AES/EBU digital
1 x stereo RCA phono S/PDIF digital
1 x stereo optical TOSLink digital
+18dBu (analogue)/0dBFS (digital)
Max Level
(0dB Input Gain):
CMRR:
>60dB typical
Analogue Input XLR: >20kΩ balanced bridging
Impedances:
RCA: >10kΩ unbalanced
Digital Input
Impedances:
AES/EBU
Sample Rate:
Input Gain:
Selection:
(RM-CAD8 only):
110Ω ±20% AES/EBU balanced I/O
75Ω ±5% S/PDIF unbalanced I/O
75Ω ±5% TOSlink unbalanced I/O
32 to 96kHz, converted internally
to 48kHz
+10dB on unbalanced input
Front panel push button with
indicator LEDs
Line Level Outputs
Audio Outputs: 1 x stereo analogue
Gain re
Unity or -10dB (switchable)
Selected Input:
Maximum
+18dB
Output Level:
Output
<50 ohms
Impedance:
Distortion:
<0.02% (1kHz, +8dBu output)
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Response:
Crosstalk
1kHz input:
10kHz input:
-95dB RMS, unity gain ref
+8dBu output
20Hz-20kHz +0/-0.5dB
Analogue I/O, ref 0dBu
<-90dB
<-85dB
Amplifier/Loudspeakers
Configuration: Three-way with stereo mid/
high-frequency drivers & mono
low-frequency driver
Power Output: 2 x 7W (HF) + 15W (LF) with
protective limiter
Crossover:
250Hz (24dB/octave, Linkwitz-Riley)
Distortion
< 0.1% (1kHz, 3W output)
(HF Outputs):
Distortion
< 0.1% (100Hz, 6W output)
(LF Output):
Noise:
More than 102dB below full output
Volume:
Mute to full volume via front
panel rotary control
Balance Trim:
±6dB via front panel rotary control.
Peak Acoustic 98dB SPL @ 2ft
Level:
Level & Phase Metering
Number:
2 x 8-segment LED bargraphs
Line-Up Level: 0dB on scale can be set to 0dB or -10dB
via rear panel DIPswitch
Phase Meter:
Single LED indication showing average
Connectors
Audio Inputs
(RM-CA2):
Audio Inputs
(RM-CAD8):
4 x XLR 3-pin female balanced
2 x RCA female phono unbalanced
4 x XLR 3-pin female analogue
2 x RCA phono analogue
4 x XLR 3-pin female AES/EBU digital
1 x RCA phono female S/PDIF digital
1 x optical TOSLink digital
Audio Outputs: 2 x XLR 3-pin male (balanced, may
be unbalanced)
Headphones:
1/4” (6.35mm) A-gauge 3-pole stereo
jack socket
Mains Input:
Filtered 3-pin IEC male, continuously
rated 85 - 264VAC, 47 - 63Hz, fused,
60W peak, 30W average
Fuse Rating:
Anti-surge fuse 2A 20 x 5mm
Equipment Type
RM-CA2:
Confidence Monitor, 2 LED meters,
2 analogue stereo inputs
RM-CA2-DC:
Confidence Monitor, 2 LED meters,
2 analogue stereo inputs, DC supply
RM-CAD8:
Confidence Monitor, 2 LED meters,
2 analogue & 6 digital stereo inputs
X 2 LED meters,
RM-CAD8-DC: Confidence Monitor,
2 analogue & 6 digital stereo inputs,
DC supply
Physical Specification
Dimensions
48cm (W) x 27cm (D) x 4.4cm (H) (1U)
(Raw):
19” (W) x 12” (D) x 1.73” (H) (1U)
Dimensions
55cm (W) x 43cm (D) x18cm (H)
(Boxed):
21.7” (W) x 16.9” (D) x 7.1” (H)
Weight:
Nett: 4.4kg Gross: 5.8kg
Nett: 10lb Gross: 13lb
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REFERENCE MONITORS
Reference Monitors
RM-E1X Reference Monitor Dolby E Decoder XLR AES Expansion Card &
RM-E1B Reference Monitor Dolby E Decoder BNC Expansion Card
Dolby data is decoded and passed to the
Reference Monitor as either a stereo down
mix or the full complement of individual
channels. If the signal is standard Linear
PCM, then this audio data is simply passed
straight through.
The RM-E1X has 2 x XLR inputs to accept
AES/EBU level inputs and the RM-E1B has
2 x BNC connectors for S/PDIF level inputs.
The input is re-transmitted with minimal
delay, to allow connection to other
equipment.
Technical Specification For RM-E1X and RM-E1B
AES Input/Output
110Ω transformer coupled
(RM-E1X):
balanced I/O
S/PDIF Input/
75Ω transformer coupled
Output (RM-E1B):
unbalanced I/O
Sample Rates:
32 - 48 kHz
Audio Formats:
Linear PCM
Dolby E (16, 20 and 24 bit)
Dolby Digital (16 and 32 bit)
Connectors
AES Input:
AES Output:
S/PDIF Input:
S/PDIF Output:
RM-E1B Expansion Card
AES
or S/PDIF
Input
AES
or S/PDIF
Output
AES / S/PDIF
Receiver
CONFIDENCE MONITORS & EXPANSION CARDS
These expansion boards for the Reference
Monitor RM-4C8 allow the monitoring of
a digital audio stream containing either
Linear PCM or Dolby* encoded audio.
1 x XLR 3 pin socket (RM-E1X)
1 x XLR 3 pin plug (RM-E1X)
1 x BNC (RM-E1B)
1 x BNC (RM-E1B)
RM-E1X Expansion Card
Dolby
Decoder
8 Channels To
Reference Monitor
AES / S/PDIF
Transmitter
* Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories
RM-4C8-HDE1 Reference Monitor, 4 LED Meters, 8 Channel Inputs & Dual Source Selectors
With De-Embedder & Dolby Decoder Card
This version of the Reference Monitor is the
RM-4C8 with the RM-HDE1 expansion card
already fitted. So, it has all of the features of
the RM-4C8 as standard together with the
ability to de-embed audio from an HD-SDI
stream and then decode a Dolby digital
audio signal from that de-embedded audio.
The RM-HDE1 adds to the unit a 75ohm
HD-SDI input and output on BNC
connectors with the output acting as a
loop-through of the input. The monitor can
take an HD-SDI input and de-embed audio
from any selected audio group, with left and
right speakers being able to monitor any 2
channels within that group. The 4 channels in
a group are shown on the 4 bar-graph meters.
If a Dolby E or Dolby Digital input is detected
on the selected input, the Channels (CHANS)
button flashes to indicate that decoding is
possible. Pressing the CHANS button displays
the Dolby Digital 5.1 or Dolby E 8 channel
signal, using the 4 bar-graph meters.
Each meter is split into 2 sections allowing
you to view L, R, C, LFE, Ls, Rs for Dolby Digital
and an additional Lt, Rt for Dolby E.
Full Dolby Metadata is available using the
SCi remote control software. For a more
detailed description of Dolby Decoding
operation please refer to the Reference
Monitor handbook.
With full remote control via GPI, RS232 or
USB, a 5 band parametric equaliser, 6 front
panel modifier buttons and the ability
to take the optional HD-SDI expansion
cards, the RM-4C8 is a flexible and versatile
monitoring solution.
The Programmes (PROGS) button allows
any Dolby programmes to be selected
and monitored.
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REFERENCE MONITORS
Reference Monitor Meters
The level of each stereo source is displayed
on a pair of bright, multi-coloured bargraph
meters, with a large choice of accurately
modelled scales/responses to suit different
applications and local preferences. Separate
5 LED phase meters indicate channel
correlation or phase error conditions, and
additional LEDs show digital input lock and
audio level alarm status.
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Alarms &
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Display
Driver
Indicators
Metering Display
Reference Monitor Meters Block Diagram
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REFERENCE MONITORS
Reference Monitor Meters
RM-M1F53 1 Stereo 53 Segment Meter, Free-Standing
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The RM-M1F53 is a free-standing, single
stereo channel meter with bright, multicoloured 53-segment bargraph meters and
all the features listed in the summary.
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RM-M1R53 1 Stereo 53 Segment Meter, Rack-Mount
The RM-M1R53 is a 1U rack-mount version
of the RM-M1F53.
RM-M1R53 1 Stereo 53 Segment Meter, Rack-Mount
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REFERENCE MONITORS
Reference Monitor Meters
REFERENCE MONITOR METERS
RM-M2F53 2 Stereo 53 Segment Meters, Free-Standing
The RM-M2F53 is a free-standing, twin
stereo channel meter with bright, multicoloured 53-segment bargraph meters and
all the features listed in the summary.
RM-M2F53 2 Stereo 53 Segment Meters, Free-Standing
RM-M2R53 2 Stereo 53 Segment Meters, Rack-Mount
The RM-M2R53 is a 1U rack-mount version
of the RM-M2F53.
RM-M2R53 2 Stereo 53 Segment Meters, Rack-Mount
RM-M4R53 4 Stereo 53 Segment Meters, Rack-Mount
The RM-M4R53 is a 1U rack-mount which
combines 2 x RM-M2R53 units, providing 4
stereo channel monitoring.
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REFERENCE MONITORS
Reference Monitor Meters
RM-M1F106 1 Stereo 106 Segment Meter, Free-Standing
REFERENCE MONITOR METERS
The RM-M1F106 is a single stereo channel
free-standing meter but with 2 stereo inputs
and a front panel source selector.
This unit has a pair of multi-coloured
106-segment bargraph meters for greater
display accuracy. A front panel mounted
push-button selects the input source to
be monitored, from either of the 2 autoswitching analogue or digital AES/EBU
stereo inputs, or from a mono mix of each
channel, with channel 1 shown on the
left meter and channel 2 shown on the
right meter.
RM-M1F106 1 Stereo 106 Segment Meter, Free-Standing
All other functionality is listed in the
summary.
RM-M1R106 1 Stereo 106 Segment Meter, Rack-Mount
The RM-M1R106 is a 1U rack-mount version
of the RM-M1F106.
RM-M1R106 1 Stereo 106 Segment Meter, Rack-Mount
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REFERENCE MONITORS
Reference Monitor Meters
RM-M2R106 2 Stereo 106 Segment Meters, Rack-Mount
REFERENCE E MONITOR METERS
A dual rack mount version, the RM-M2R106,
combines 2 x RM-M1R106 units, giving 4
stereo channel monitoring.
RM-M2R106 2 Stereo 106 Segment Meters, Rack-Mount
Technical Specification - Reference Monitor Meters
Inputs
Audio Inputs: 1 x stereo analogue or AES/EBU digital
(auto-selecting) (RM-M1F53 & RM-M1R53)
2 x stereo analogue or AES/EBU digital
(auto-selecting) (RM-M2F53, RM-M2R53,
RM-M1F106 & RM-M1R106)
4 x stereo analogue or AES/EBU digital
(auto-selecting) (RM-M4R53 & RM-M2R106)
Max Level
+18dBu (analogue)/0dBFS digital
(0dB Input Gain):
CMRR:
>60dB typical
Input
20kΩ (analogue)
Impedance: 110Ω (digital with termination switchable
via DIPswitch)
AES/EBU
32 to 192kHz, converted internally to
Sample Rate: 48kHz
Input Gain:
0, +6, +12 or +18dB digital gain
(switchable via DIPswitch)
Selection:
Front panel illuminated push switch button
(RM-M1F106, RM-M1R106 & RM-M2R106)
Level Metering
Number:
1 x 53-segment tri-colour LED bargraphs
(RM-M1F53 & RM-M1R53)
2 x 53-segment tri-colour LED bargraphs
(RM-M2F53, RM-M2R53)
4 x 53-segment tri-colour LED bargraphs
(RM-M4R53)
1 x 106-segment tri-colour LED bargraphs
(RM-M1F106, RM-M1R106)
2 x 106-segment tri-colour LED bargraphs
(RM-M2R106)
Characteristics: Selectable by DIPswitch from:
1.
Dual BBC PPM + standard VU
2.
BBC PPM
IEC60268-10 11a
3.
EBU PPM
IEC60268-10 11b
4.
Nordic PPM
IEC60268-10 1
5.
AES/EBU digital PPM IEC60268-18
6.
DIN PPM
DIN45406
7.
Standard VU
IEC60268-17
8.
Extended VU
IEC60268-17
9.
German
Ballistics:
According to selected characteristic
Line-Up Level: According to selected characteristic
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Phase Metering
Type:
5-segment, indication at 0, 45, 90,
135 and 180 degrees, 1 per stereo meter
Remote Control
Serial:
RS232, 19200 baud, 3-wire connection
Alarm Outputs: (1-4 single input units, 1-8 twin units)
1.
Audio input 1 under-level/fail (latching)
2.
Audio input 1 over-level (latching)
3.
Audio input 1 sustained phase error
above 90 degrees (latching)
4.
AES/EBU input 1 unlock (non-latching)
5.
Audio input 2 under-level/fail (latching)
6.
Audio input 2 over-level (latching)
7.
Audio input 2 sustained phase error
above 90 degrees (latching)
8.
AES/EBU input 2 unlock (non-latching)
Open-collector outputs rated at 30V,
50mA maximum
Output low/conducting in normal
condition (no alarm)
Control Inputs: (1 single input units, 2 twin units)
1.
Input 1 Alarm reset
2.
Input 2 Alarm reset
Pull-to-ground to activate inputs
Status Indicators
AES Lock:
Indicates lock achieved on digital input
Level Alarm: Indicates audio over-level
Connectors
Audio Inputs: (All balanced, but may be wired unbal)
2 x XLR 3-pin female (RM-M1F53 &
RM-M1R53)
4 x XLR 3-pin female (RM-M2F53,
RM-M2R53, RM-M1F106 & RM-M1R106)
8 x XLR 3-pin female (RM-M4R53 &
RM-M2R106)
Serial:
D-sub 9-pin female
Remote I/O: D-sub 15-pin female
Mains Input: Filtered 3-pin IEC male, continuously
rated 85 – 264VAC, 47 – 63Hz, fused 1A,
30W peak, 15W average
Equipment Type
RM-M1F53
1 stereo 53 segment meter, freestanding
RM-M1R53
1 stereo 53 segment meter, rack-mount
RM-M2F53
2 stereo 53 segment meters, freestanding
RM-M2R53
2 stereo 53 segment meters, rackmount
RM-M4R53
4 stereo 53 segment meters, rackmount
RM-M1F106
1 stereo 106 segment meter, freestanding
RM-M1R106
1 stereo 106 segment meter,rackmount
RM-M2R106
2 stereo 106 segment meters, rackmount
Physical Specification
Dimensions
RM-M1F53, RM-M2F53 & RM-M1F106
(Raw):
21.8cm (W) x 14.8cm (D) x 4.4cm (H)
8.6” (W) x 5.8” (D) x 1.73” (H)
(Boxed):
34.5cm (W) x 27cm (D) x 7cm (H)
13.6” (W) x 10.6” (D) x 2.75” (H)
Dimensions
RM-M1R53, RM-M2R53, RM-M4R53 &
RM-M1R106 & RM-M2R106
(Raw):
48cm (W) x 14.8cm (D) x 4.4cm (H)
19” (W) x 5.8” (D) x 1.73” (H)
(Boxed):
59cm (W) x 27cm (D) x 7cm (H)
21” (W) x 10.6” (D) x 2.75” (H)
Weight:
RM-M1F53 & RM-M1R53
Nett: 1.3kg Gross: 2.0kg
Nett: 2.9lb Gross: 4.4lb
Weight:
RM-M2F53 & RM-M1F106
Nett: 1.4kg Gross: 2.1kg
Nett: 3.1lb Gross: 4.6lb
Weight:
RM-M2R53 & RM-M1R106
Nett: 1.45kg Gross: 2.15kg
Nett: 3.2lb Gross: 4.7lb
Weight:
RM-M4R53 & RM-M2R106
Nett: 2.8kg Gross: 3.5kg
Nett: 6.2lb Gross: 7.7lb
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REFERENCE MONITORS
Reference Monitor Controllers
Each of the products has a light control
section. This section has 3 buttons: Transmit
(TX), STANDBY and Rehearse (REH). The
TX and REH buttons control opto-isolated
outputs on the rear panel remote connector,
and these provide a direct control interface
to the Sonifex SignalLED illuminated studio
sign, allowing twin signs to be controlled
individually.
(REH), as well as remote input control for
the audio controls DIM and CUT, and the
light controls TX, Standby and REH. There is
also a +12 Volt source at 200mA maximum.
The Standby button initiates a 2 minute
countdown where the TX and REH buttons
and their associated remote outputs flash
alternately. After the 2 minutes has elapsed,
the TX output remains on.
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The remote port also has open-collector
tally outputs for Transmit (TX), Rehearse
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different buttons for other applications.
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RM-MC1L Monitor Controller, Single Stereo Input & Output With Light Control
The RM-MC1L is a stereo unit with a single
stereo balanced analogue input and
output on XLRs. Useful in a production
environment, the unit allows you to control
the audio level to external monitors and
to DIM the audio, or CUT it completely
with simple front panel controls, or remote
external inputs.
It has a master volume control that adjusts
the attenuation on the output channels
from 0dB down to -86dB. A CUT control
mutes the audio outputs when enabled,
whilst a DIM control attenuates the audio
output channels by a pre-set amount from
-2dB to -23dB.
All of the buttons on the front panel are
illuminated by LEDs and the brightness can
be changed to better suit the environment
in which the unit is used.
RM-MC1L Monitor Controller, Single Stereo Input & Output
RM-MC4L Monitor Controller, 4 Stereo Inputs, 1 Stereo Output With Light Control
The RM-MC4L has four stereo balanced
analogue inputs with a single stereo
balanced output, all using XLR connectors.
Four illuminated front panel buttons allow
you to simply select the source required at
the output.
The RM-MC4L has the same master volume
control, CUT, DIM and light control functions
and adjustments as the RM-MC1L unit.
RM-MC4L Monitor Controller, 4 Stereo Inputs, 1 Stereo Output
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REFERENCE MONITORS
Reference Monitor Controllers
RM-MC51L Monitor Controller, 5.1 Stereo Inputs & Outputs With Light Control
REFERENCE E MONITOR CONTROLLERS
The RM-MC51L is a controller for surround
sound applications with 6 balanced
analogue inputs and 6 balanced analogue
outputs all on XLR connectors. It is used
in situations where you need to adjust the
volume, or CUT, or DIM all of the speakers in
a 5.1 surround system. Alternatively, the unit
can be used as a global volume control for 6
analogue outputs.
RM-MC51L Monitor Controller 5.1 Stereo Inputs & Outputs
The RM-MC51L has the same master volume
control, CUT, DIM and light control functions
and adjustments as the RM-MC1L unit.
RM-MCL Monitor Light Controller, 3 Button, TX-STANDBY-REH
The RM-MCL is a simple light controller
for controlling a TX - STANDBY - REH light
system in a production studio, as detailed in
the introduction. It has no audio inputs or
outputs.
RM-MCL Monitor Light Controller, 3 Button, TX-STANDBY-REH
Specification For RM-MC1L, RM-MC4L, RM-MC51L & RM-MCL Reference Monitor Controllers
Audio Specification
Input
>20kΩ
Impedance:
Maximum
+25dBu
Input Level:
Output
<50 Ω
Impedance:
Maximum
+25dBu
Output Level:
Attenuation
>86dB
Range:
DIM
Adjustable -3dB to -23dB via rear panel
Attenuation
potentiometer
Range:
Common
>66dB typical
Mode Rejection:
Distortion:
<0.04% ref +8dBu
Crosstalk:
<-80dB @ 1kHz input, ref 0dBu
Front Panel Operation Controls
Light Control
Transmit (TX), Standby & Rehearse
(All units):
(REH) illuminated buttons
Channel Select 1, 2, 3 & 4 illuminated buttons
(RM-MC4L):
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Audio Controls: DIM & CUT illuminated buttons
(not on RM-MCL)
Volume Control: Rotary potentiometer for output
attenuation on front panel
(not on RM-MCL)
Rear Panel Connections
Audio Inputs
2 x XLR 3-pin female (balanced)
(RM-MC1L):
Audio Inputs
8 x XLR 3-pin female (balanced)
(RM-MC4L):
Audio Inputs
6 x XLR 3-pin female (balanced)
(RM-MC51L):
Audio Outputs 2 x XLR 3-pin male (balanced)
(RM-MC1L &
RM-MC4L):
Audio Outputs 6 x XLR 3-pin male (balanced)
(RM-MC51L):
Remote
15 way D-type socket
I/O Port:
Mains Input:
Filtered 3-pin IEC male, continuously
rated 85-264VAC, 47-63Hz, fused
Power Consumption:
RM-MC1L
Peak 10W, average 4W
RM-MC4L
Peak 10W, average 6W
RM-MC51L
Peak 10W, average 7W
RM-MCL
Peak 10W, average 2W
Fuse Rating:
Anti-surge fuse 1A, 20 x 5mm
Equipment Type
RM-MC1L:
Monitor controller, single stereo input &
output with light control
RM-MC4L:
Monitor controller, 4 stereo inputs, 1
stereo output with light control
RM-MC51L:
Monitor controller, 5.1 stereo inputs &
outputs with light control
RM-MCL:
Monitor light controller, 3 button,
TX-STANDBY-REH
Physical Specification
Dimensions
48cm (W) x 10.8cm (D) x 4.3cm (H)
(Raw):
19” (W) x 4.3” (D) x 1.7” (H) (1U)
Dimensions
58.5cm (W) x 22.5cm (D) x 7cm (H)
(Boxed):
23” (W) x 8.9” (D) x 2.8” (H)
Weight :
Nett: 1.3kg Gross: 1.9kg
Nett: 2.9lbs Gross: 4.2lbs
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STUDIO ILLUMINATED SIGNS
Studio Illuminated Signs
SignalLED Range of RGB LED Signs For Studios
STUDIO ILLUMINATED SIGNS
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The illuminating LEDs in the unit are
RGB meaning that the colour of the sign
can be selected on installation.
You can configure the sign from one
of 8 colours: white, green, red, blue,
yellow, orange, cyan and magenta.
End Mounting 40cm Single Sign
(Created From LD-F1ONA Single Flush Mounting Sign & LD-KE1 kit)
The images on the following pages
show the default colour of each sign.
LD-40F2TX-REH Flush Mounting 40cm Twin Sign
Different Display Modes
Four modes of illumination are available:
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Single or Twin Signs
Each sign is 40cm or 20cm long. The 40cm
signs can be split into two 20cm sides which
can be separately, or jointly controlled, e.g.
you can have a 40cm ‘ON AIR’ sign, or twin 2
x 20cm signs, such as ‘ON AIR’ and ‘MIC LIVE’.
8 different colours of the SignalLED Sign
Dual Control Inputs
The sign can be controlled by either, or
both, of 2 pull-low inputs, e.g. a single input
can be used to control a single ‘MIC LIVE’
sign, or 2 inputs can be used to control a
twin ‘TX’ and ‘REH’ sign with independent
control of each side of the sign.
LD-40F1ONA Single Flush
Mounting 40cm ‘ON AIR’ Sign
LD-40F2ONA-MCL Twin ‘ON AIR’
& ‘MIC LIVE’ sign
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STUDIO ILLUMINATED
AUDIO INTERFACES
SIGNS
Studio Illuminated Signs
STUDIO ILLUMINATED SIGNS
X Flush or End Mounting
The sign is supplied as standard so that it
can be mounted flush to a wall, e.g. for the
‘TX’ & ‘REH’ sign shown below. However, a
mounting kit is available, LD-KE1, to mount
the sign perpendicular to a wall, e.g. above a
door, such as the ON AIR sign shown.
End Mounting 40cm Single Sign
(Created From Single Flush Mounting
LD-40F1ONA Sign & LD-KE1 kit)
LD-KE1 End Mounting Kit For 40cm Or
20cm Flush Mounting Signs
LD-KC1 Ceiling Mounting Kit
The LD-KC1 mounting kit can be used to
attach a 40cm or 20cm flush mounting
sign to the ceiling or a desktop.
Single 20cm Flush Mounting Sign
Simple Installation
These are the available choices for the
smaller 20cm flush-mounting signs. Custom
signs can be made to order, if required.
The signs are supplied with a 6V wall-wart
power supply with international adapters
for the UK, Europe, USA and Australasia
& a 5m lead. Simply wire up your control
signal(s) and DC input to the ‘screw terminal
block’ inside the sign, route the cables
through the integral cable clamp and
mount the unit on the wall.
LD-20F1REC Single Flush Mounting 20cm
‘RECORD’ Sign
An installation tool, the LD-IT can be used
to hold the sign in place on the wall mount
whilst you wire it up.
The display mode and colour options are
set-up using an 8 way DIPswitch, accessible
during installation.
LD-40F2TX-REH Flush Mounting 40cm
Twin Sign
LD-40F2ONA-SIL Twin ‘ON AIR’ & ‘SILENCE’ sign
LD-20F1ONA Single Flush Mounting 20cm ‘ON
AIR’ Sign
LD-20F1MCL Single Flush Mounting 20cm
‘MIC LIVE’ Sign
Double Sided End Mounting Sign
LD-IT LED Sign End Mounting Installation Tool
Twin Double Sided End Mounting
Sign
An end mounting sign can be supplied
which has the sign readable from both
sides, e.g. for putting in a long corridor.
This is a twin version of the double sided
end mounting sign.
LD-40E1ONA Double Sided End Mounting
40cm ‘ON AIR’ Sign
LD-40E2 ‘TX’ & ‘REH’ Twin Double Sided End
Mounting 40cm ‘MIC LIVE’ Sign
D-40E1REC Double Sided End Mounting 40cm
‘RECORD’ Sign
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40cm ‘MIC LIVE’ Sign
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AUDIO INTERFACES
STUDIO
ILLUMINATED SIGNS
Studio Illuminated Signs
X Custom Signs
Although a range of standard signs is
supported, custom signs, for example
with your company name or logo, can be
produced for a nominal setup fee. Contact
Sonifex with your requirements.
STUDIO ILLUMINATED SIGNS
How to Order
Just select the name of the sign from the
list below.
LD-40F1PHN Single Flush Mounting 40cm ‘PHONE’ Sign
LD-40F1REC Single Flush Mounting 40cm
‘RECORD’ Sign
LD-40F1DOR Single Flush Mounting 40cm
‘DOOR’ Sign
LD-40F1ONA Single Flush Mounting 40cm
‘ON AIR’ Sign
LD-40F1OBT Single Flush Mounting 40cm
‘OBIT’ Sign
LD-40F1MCL Single Flush Mounting 40cm
‘MIC LIVE’ Sign
LD-40F1NOE Single Flush Mounting 40cm
‘NO ENTRY’ Sign
LD-40F1ADB Single Flush Mounting 40cm
‘AD BREAK’ Sign
LD-40F1EXIT Single Flush Mounting 40cm
‘EXIT’ Sign
LD-40F1INT Single Flush Mounting 40cm
‘INTERVIEW IN PROGRESS’ Sign
Technical Specification For SignalLED Range
Physical Specification
Power Input:
5-7V DC
40cm Sign:
500mA max
Input Connector: 4 way screw terminal block
Control Inputs:
2 x pull-down to 0V
Dimensions
Small Single: 20cm (W) x 8cm (H)
(Perspex):
Large Single: 40cm (W) x 8cm (H)
Dimensions
39cm (W) x 20cm (D) x 11cm (H)
(Boxed 20cm):
15.4” (W) x 7.9” (D) x 4.3” (H)
Dimensions
60cm (W) x 20cm (D) x 11cm (H)
(Boxed 40cm):
23.6” (W) x 7.9” (D) x 4.3” (H)
Weight (20cm):
Nett: 0.35kg Gross: 0.85kg
Nett: 0.8lb Gross: 1.9lb
Weight (40cm):
Nett: 0.55kg Gross: 1.15kg
Nett: 1.2lb Gross: 2.6lb
Equipment Type
Single Flush Mounting Signs (40cm):
LD-40F1REC
40cm ‘RECORD’ Sign
LD-40F1ONA
40cm ‘ON AIR’ Sign
LD-40F1MCL
40cm ‘MIC LIVE’ Sign
LD-40F1PHN
40cm ‘PHONE’ Sign
LD-40F1TRF
40cm ‘TRAFFIC FLAG ON’ Sign
LD-40F1ADB
40cm ‘AD BREAK’ Sign
LD-40F1REH
40cm ‘REHEARSAL’ Sign
LD-40F1DOR
40cm ‘DOOR’ Sign
LD-40F1OBT
40cm ‘OBIT’ Sign
LD-40F1NOE
40cm ‘NO ENTRY’ Sign
LD-40F1EXIT
40cm ‘EXIT’ Sign
LD-40F1SIL
40cm ‘SILENCE PLEASE’ Sign
LD-40F1MET
40cm ‘MEETING IN PROGRESS’ Sign
LD-40F1INT
40cm ‘INTERVIEW IN PROGRESS’ Sign
Twin Flush Mounting Signs (2 x 20cm):
LD-40F2TX-REH
2 x 20cm ‘TX’ & ‘ REH’ Sign
LD-40F2ONA-MCL 2 x 20cm ‘ON AIR’ & ‘MIC LIVE’ Sign
LD-40F1REH Single Flush Mounting 40cm
‘REHEARSAL’ Sign
LD-40F1MET Single Flush Mounting 40cm
‘MEETING IN PROGRESS’ Sign
Single Flush Mounting Signs (20cm):
LD-20F1REC
20cm ‘RECORD’ Sign
LD-20F1ONA
20cm ‘ON AIR’ Sign
LD-20F1MCL
20cm ‘MIC LIVE’ Sign
Double Sided End Mounting Signs (40cm):
LD-40E1REC
40cm ‘RECORD’ Sign
LD-40E1ONA
40cm ‘ON AIR’ Sign
LD-40E1MCL
40cm ‘MIC LIVE’ Sign
Twin Double Sided End Mounting Signs (40cm):
LD-40E2TX-REH
2 x 20cm ‘TX’ & ‘ REH’ Sign
LD-40F1TRF Single Flush Mounting 40cm
‘TRAFFIC FLAG ON’ Sign
LD-40F1SIL Single Flush Mounting 40cm
‘SILENCE PLEASE’ Sign
Mounting Kits:
LD-KE1
LD-KC1
LD-IT
End Mounting Kit For 40cm Or 20cm
Flush Mounting Signs
Ceiling Mounting Kit For 40cm Or
20cm Flush Mounting Signs
LED Sign End Mounting Installation
Tool
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AUDIO
OPENGEAR
INTERFACES
CARDS
openGear Cards
OG-DDA8 8 Output Digital
Audio Distribution Amplifier
OPENGEAR CARDS
openGear is an open-architecture rack
system developed by Ross Video, a leader in
video technologies, to provide a standard
rack-based platform on which companies
can develop card-based audio & video
products. The adoption of openGear based
cards by Sonifex allows customers to choose
Sonifex cards as part of an overall terminal
equipment solution.
The openGear frames offer the flexibility of
independent rear modules for connectivity
to a wide array of interfaces and control via
TCP/IP connectivity using a free application
called Dashboard.
For more general information, visit the
following websites:
http://www.opengear.tv/
http://www.rossvideo.com/rossgear/
opengear/
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There are four products in the Sonifex
openGear range:
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Sonifex OG-Frame2U
The OG-Frame2U is a 2RU high density
modular frame, designed to accommodate
up to 20 openGear cards.
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The OG-PSU2U power supply can be
used in the OG-Frame2U frame. This is a
hot swappable 150W power supply. The
specifications of this power supply are
outlined in following sections. A single
power supply can power the entire frame.
Two power supplies can be used to provide
additional redundancy on power supply or
AC input failure.
OG-DDA8B openGear 8 Output Balanced Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier, 2 Inputs &
OG-DDA8U openGear 8 Output Unbalanced Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier, 2 Inputs
Audio Specification For OG-DDA8B & OG-DDA8U
Input Imped: 110Ω ±20% balanced (OG-DDA8B)
75Ω ±5% unbalanced (OG-DDA8U)
Output Imped: 110Ω ±20% balanced (OG-DDA8B)
75Ω ±5% unbalanced (OG-DDA8U)
Sample Freq 30-192kHz (i.e. including 32kHz,
Range:
44.1kHz, 48kHz, 64kHz, 88.2kHz,
96kHz, 176.4kHz & 192kHz)
Signal Level: 3V/10V peak to peak min/max
(OG-DDA8B)
Balanced min 0.5V ±20% peak to peak
(OG-DDA8U)
Equipment Type
OG-DDA8B: 8 output balanced digital audio
distribution amplifier, 2 inputs
OG-DDA8U: 8 output unbalanced digital audio
distribution amplifier, 2 inputs
The OG-DDA8B and OG-DDA8U digital
distribution amplifiers are used for
distributing balanced and unbalanced
digital audio respectively, repeating both
the audio data and the status information of
the input whilst re-normalising to standard
digital audio levels.
The OG-DDA8B has 2 selectable balanced
digital audio inputs one of which can be
distributed to 8 balanced digital audio
outputs using Weco 3 pin connectors on
the OG-R2-10A or OG-R2S-10A connector
boards, available separately.
The OG-DDA8U has 2 selectable unbalanced
digital audio inputs one of which is
distributed to 8 unbalanced digital audio
outputs using BNC connectors on the
OG-R2-10B or OG-R2S-10B connector
boards, available separately.
Applications include distributing audio
from a digital mixing desk to multiple digital X
Physical Specifications
Dimensions 33.5cm (W) x 7.5cm (D) x 1.2cm (H)(Raw):
13.2” (W) x 3” (D) x 0.5” (H)
Dimensions 39cm (W) x 29cm (D) x 8.5cm (H)
(Boxed):
15.4” (W) x 11.5” (D) x 3.4” (H)
Weight:
Nett: 0.15kg Gross: 0.4kg
Nett: 0.3lb Gross: 0.9lb
Accessories
OG-R2-10A:
openGear single rear module using
balanced WECO 3 pin I/O for OG-Frame2U
OG-R2S-10A: openGear dual split rear module using
balanced WECO 3 pin I/O for OG-Frame2U
OG-R2-10B: openGear single rear module using
unbalanced BNC I/O for OG-Frame2U
OG-R2S-10B: openGear dual split rear module using
unbalanced BNC I/O for OG-Frame2U
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Rear Module
OG-R2S-10A
Rear Module
OG-R2-10B
Rear Module
OG-R2S-10B
Rear Module
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AUDIO INTERFACES
OPENGEAR
CARDS
openGear Cards
X recorders, or feeding multiple studios with
an output from a DAT machine.
Each board can accept input sample rates
in the range of 30kHz - 192kHz, and bit
rates of 16, 20 and 24 bit. So, they
can be used for standard CD signal
distribution at 16 bit 44.1kHz, as well
as for high quality 24 bit 192kHz
recording.
Sonifex openGear boards are fully
compatible with the Dashboard control
software that allows you to monitor and
change the board settings via an ethernet
interface to the rack controller card.
OPENGEAR CARDS
OG-DDA8BS openGear 8 Output Balanced Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier, 2 inputs
& Sample Rate Conversion
OG-DDA8US openGear 8 Output Unbalanced Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier, 2 inputs
& Sample Rate Conversion
The OG-DDA8BS and OG-DDA8SUS digital
distribution amplifiers with sample rate
converters are used to convert a digital
audio input to a different sample rate and
to distribute it.
The output rate can follow the input (i.e. no
sample rate conversion) or can be derived
from an internal master clock, an external
digital audio sync input or from one of two
rack connected reference signals.
The OG-DDA8BS has 2 selectable balanced
digital audio inputs (or input and one
external sync input) one of which is
distributed to 8 balanced digital audio
outputs using Weco 3 pin connectors on
the OG-R2-10A or OG-R2S-10A connector
boards, available separately.
The reference signal can be a digital audio
clock, a blackburst video reference or a trilevel HD video reference.
The OG-DDA8SUS has 2 selectable
unbalanced digital audio inputs (or input
and 1 external sync input) one of which is
distributed to 8 unbalanced digital audio
outputs on BNC connectors on the OGR2-10B or OG-R2S-10B connector boards,
available separately.
All rates from 32kHz to 192kHz are supported
by the SRC and output circuitry. The cards
have an option for the sample rate converter
to fall back to the master clock frequency
when the sync signal is not present.
Sonifex openGear boards are fully compatible
with the Dashboard control software that
allows you to monitor and change the board
settings via an ethernet interface to the rack
controller card.
Audio Specification For OG-DDA8BS & OG-DDA8US
Input Imped:
110Ω ±20% balanced (OG-DDA8BS)
75Ω ±5% unbalanced (OG-DDA8US)
Output Imped: 110Ω ±20% balanced (OG-DDA8BS)
75Ω ±5% unbalanced (OG-DDA8US)
Sample Freq
30-192kHz (i.e. including 32kHz,
Range:
44.1kHz, 48kHz, 64kHz, 88.2kHz,
96kHz, 176.4kHz & 192kHz)
Signal Level:
3V/10V peak to peak min/max
(OG-DDA8B)
Balanced min 0.5V ±20% peak to peak
(OG-DDA8U)
Equipment Type
OG-DDA8BS:
8 output balanced digital audio
distribution amplifier, 2 inputs & sample
rate conversion
OG-DDA8US:
8 output unbalanced digital audio
distribution amplifier, 2 inputs & sample
rate conversion
Physical Specifications
Dimensions
33.5cm (W) x 7.5cm (D) x 1.2cm (H)
(Raw):
13.2” (W) x 3” (D) x 0.5” (H)
Dimensions
39cm (W) x 29cm (D) x 8.5cm (H)
(Boxed):
15.4” (W) x 11.5” (D) x 3.4” (H)
Weight:
Nett: 0.15kg Gross: 0.4kg
Nett: 0.3lb
Gross: 0.9lb
Accessories
OG-R2-10A: openGear single rear module using
balanced WECO 3 pin I/O for OG-Frame2U
OG-R2S-10A: openGear dual split rear module using
balanced WECO 3 pin I/O for OG-Frame2U
OG-R2-10B: openGear single rear module using
unbalanced BNC I/O for OG-Frame2U
OG-R2S-10B: openGear dual split rear module using
unbalanced BNC I/O for OG-Frame2U
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Dashboard Showing Reference Source Tab
Dashboard Showing Board Setup Tab With Sync Source List
Dashboard Showing Naming Tab
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